Job summary
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital's team of Midwifery Care Assistants is expanding. We are therefore seeking applications to join the team as Band 2 Rotational Midwifery Care Assistant- working within the hospital setting.
We are a friendly and supportive team; When you join us and throughout your career here, you will be encouraged to develop professionally with the support of our Practice Development and Midwifery team. The team will provide a robust orientation programme, so you are able to have an insight into each clinical area from day one. Going forward the role of the Midwifery Care Assistant is expected to develop here at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital to reflect the Maternity Support Workers National Framework so further training and qualifications may be required to support this role in the future, however you will be supported to achieve these by the team.
We are really proud to have achieved and maintained BFI Level 3 accreditation. We are an ambitious department, with plans in place to continue to develop and improve the service we offer.
We have 2 roles to offer at 32hours per week. Job shares may be considered.
Interview date: 27th March 2024
Main duties of the job
Our Delivery Suite/Triage area has 15 birthing rooms including a birthing pool, 2 obstetric theatres, anaesthetic and recovery rooms that provide a full range of facilities for high dependency care.
We also provide a Maternity Assessment Unit, which offers a resource for women to attend and be reviewed as required. We additionally provide a co-located Midwifery Led Birthing Unit which comprises of 4 birthing rooms, with water birth facilities available.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Dedication, Integrity and Excellence.
The pregnancy Glucose Tolerance Testing Service run Monday - Friday from 07.30-12.30. Administration time will be included following the clinic. There is limited flexibility in the shift times due to the nature of the test being undertaken however this can be discussed upon request.
This is a Rotational post with opportunity for experience in all areas of maternity within the hospital.
You will have the support of a friendly and enthusiastic team dedicated to excellent maternity care.
There are opportunities to develop further under the new Maternity Support Workers National Framework.
Please see the attached job description for full details of the role.
About us
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates:
- To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered Midwife who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
- To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts Approved core task list for Healthcare assistants.
- To report to registered staff any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the patients condition.
- To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care.
- To participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.
- Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care in accordance with Essence of care standards.
- To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a Registered Midwife.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Please use your supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet the person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates:
- To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered Midwife who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
- To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts Approved core task list for Healthcare assistants.
- To report to registered staff any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the patients condition.
- To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care.
- To participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.
- Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care in accordance with Essence of care standards.
- To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a Registered Midwife.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Please use your supporting statement to demonstrate how you meet the person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General education to GCSE level in Maths and English grade A-D (or equivalent)
- Completed venepuncture training
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Previous health/ social care support worker experience
Skills
Essential
- Clear and effective reading and writing in the English language
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Caring and compassionate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General education to GCSE level in Maths and English grade A-D (or equivalent)
- Completed venepuncture training
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Previous health/ social care support worker experience
Skills
Essential
- Clear and effective reading and writing in the English language
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Caring and compassionate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
