NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Welcomes 56 New Midwives
Significant investment bolsters maternity services across the region with the arrival of newly qualified professionals.
By Kirsty Lennox
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has welcomed 56 newly qualified midwives this week, significantly investing in its maternity services across various hospitals and community teams.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has welcomed 56 newly qualified midwives as part of a significant investment aimed at strengthening maternity services across the Board. The new recruits will be based at various maternity units, including Princess Royal Maternity (PRM), Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH), Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH), Inverclyde Royal Hospital, and Vale of Leven Hospital, as well as community and outpatient teams.
A majority of the new midwives graduated from the University of the West of Scotland, having completed their clinical placements within NHSGGC. The cohort also includes graduates from other parts of Scotland and England who have chosen to commence their careers within Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
These new starters are participating in a comprehensive induction programme, led by the Board’s recently expanded Practice Development Team. This includes practical skills training delivered by Clinical Skills Midwives, who will offer ongoing support as the midwives transition into clinical practice over the coming weeks.
Each newly qualified midwife will be paired with an experienced preceptor to provide guidance and support during the initial stages of their careers. Over their first three years as registered midwives, they will undertake rotations through different service areas, gaining experience in community, antenatal, labour, and postnatal care.
The group was formally welcomed by Mary Ross-Davie, Director of Midwifery, alongside senior midwifery leaders and newly appointed Consultant Midwife, Mercedes Perez-Botella.
These appointments are part of a broader £4 million investment by NHSGGC to expand its midwifery workforce. A further, smaller intake of new midwives is scheduled to join the Board in January. This investment aligns with ongoing recruitment efforts highlighted by NHSGGC’s maternity leadership team.
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"It is a pleasure to welcome 56 newly qualified midwives to NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. This is an exciting time to begin a career in midwifery, and we are proud that so many graduates have chosen to join our teams across Greater Glasgow and Clyde."
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"These new colleagues will play a vital role in supporting women, babies and families across our communities. Through our induction programme, rotational opportunities and preceptorship support, we are committed to helping them develop the skills, confidence and experience needed to thrive in their careers."
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"We are delighted to welcome such a talented and enthusiastic group of newly qualified midwives. They bring fresh perspectives, energy and commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care."
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"We have invested significantly in the support available to newly qualified staff, with our expanded Practice Development Team and Clinical Skills Midwives helping them make the transition from student to registered practitioner as smoothly as possible. We look forward to watching them grow and flourish within our maternity services."
