Well I think....

No, there are jobs generally applied for by newly qualified's - but anyone can apply and in the last few years there generally hasn't been as many jobs available as there are newly qualified midwives...

The general rule of thumb is 2 years post qualifying experience before you can go for community - but they do occasionally make exceptions (I reeeaaaaaalllllllly want to work on community so am a bit gutted about this!

You get extra support for your first year - I think!

Hope that helps!