Neil, Roz

My career started at Oxford Brookes University in 2000, and I after achieving my BSc (Hons) Midwifery in 2003, I have enjoyed a 20-year career in the NHS since 2003.

I have been employed in various roles in 6 Health Boards (3 in England and 3 in Scotland). I have worked as a clinical midwifery practitioner, a research midwife, a clinical education midwife and a practice and professional development facilitator. I have also enjoyed working part-time in 3 FE colleges as a lecturer and at one HEA as a lecturer, alongside my clinical practice as a midwife. I’ve worked nationally with the Royal College of Midwives as a PNMH Network member, and as a member of the SMiLe (Strategic midwifery leadership groups) with the Royal College of Midwives.  

I achieved my Certificate in Education for teaching in the life-long learning Sector from Leeds Metropolitan University in July 2011. I also achieved my MSc Education from the University of Edinburgh in November 2011.  I have also trained in holistic therapies and complementary medicine. 

My career expertise includes postgraduate professional development for midwives (aromatherapy for clinical practice, enhanced maternity care, perinatal mental health, neonatal resuscitation). I also have expertise in clinical skills teaching and supporting Band 2-4 development, especially the National Progression Award and the Professional Development Awards for maternity care assistants and nursing care assistants. 

In my role in the School of Health Sciences at the University of Dundee, I teach clinical skills, professional and academic skills and research and developing heathcare practice. 

My research interests include perinatal mental health, compassionate midwifery care, resilience and mindfulness, life-skills development in nursing and midwifery and complementary therapies.