Midwife - job market

Midwives use their medical expertise to assist pregnant women in their journey to becoming mothers, providing support to mother and child. Read on to find out more about what being a midwife is like, what your career might involve and how you can work towards your first role in the field.

See what opportunities are out there below.

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Who are the top employers of midwives?

The NHS is the most common employer of midwifes but private employment is also possible.

You might be employed by:
  • Hospitals
  • Doctors’ surgeries
  • Community midwifery practices
  • Private health companies
  • Independent working

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