Job summary
We are looking for a keen Maternity Support Worker to join our Antenatal Clinic team. This role would include working alongside a Registered Midwife in Antenatal Clinic, welcoming in women, performing observations and venepuncture, and supporting midwives in the smooth running of clinics. Additionally our Maternity Support Workers will run their own clinics with support from midwives.
Shifts are Monday to Friday day times.
If you are keen to learn, enthusiastic and passionate about wanting to help people, then the Maternity department is the ideal place for you to work as a Maternity Support Worker.
Main duties of the job
Training and development will be provided, and an outstanding team will be there to support and work alongside you. You will also undertake Trust Induction Programme.
You should have excellent organisational, time-management and interpersonal skills and an ability to work within a team and on your own initiative is essential. You must be open to change and interested in your own personal development. You must have the ability to communicate effectively and be flexible within the existing shift system and have an appreciation of the principles of confidentiality. There is an expectation that you will hold some existing clinical skills when applying for a band 3 role such as venepuncture and maternal observations.
Working under the direct supervision and guidance of the midwife, you must be a team player, responsible for providing a wide range of care and duties to support women and their families.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
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An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
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Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference Awards and GREATix nominations.
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Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
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Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Maternity Support Worker is a valuable member of the team that delivers clinical care under the supervision of a registered midwife. The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary team of both midwives and medical staff within the maternity service to provide high quality care, support and advice to women and their partners in the maternity setting.
- As a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will contribute to the delivery of patients individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered midwife.
- Perform a full range of manual and clerical duties.
- Supports registered midwives in the provision of a safe and caring environment.
- To practice in accordance with Trust standards and statutory requirements and operate within the boundaries of the role and assessed competencies.
- To act as a role model for student midwives and colleagues.
For more information please see the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Maternity Support Worker is a valuable member of the team that delivers clinical care under the supervision of a registered midwife. The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary team of both midwives and medical staff within the maternity service to provide high quality care, support and advice to women and their partners in the maternity setting.
- As a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will contribute to the delivery of patients individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered midwife.
- Perform a full range of manual and clerical duties.
- Supports registered midwives in the provision of a safe and caring environment.
- To practice in accordance with Trust standards and statutory requirements and operate within the boundaries of the role and assessed competencies.
- To act as a role model for student midwives and colleagues.
For more information please see the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- 5 GSCEs, including Level 2 English and Maths, or equivalent qualification
- NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience
- Commit to undertake in-house training
- Able to competently measure and document vital signs
- Existing experience in a band 2 support worker role
Desirable
- Foundation Degree Maternity Pathway
- Completion of The Care Certificate
- Competent in venepuncture
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of maternity care
- Understanding of safeguarding issues
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues
- Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentially
Desirable
- Understanding and awareness of Trust policies and procedures
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good IT/computer skills
- Ability to work as part of team and to liaise with colleagues in other disciplines
- Ability to work without direct supervision and prioritise workload
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- 5 GSCEs, including Level 2 English and Maths, or equivalent qualification
- NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience
- Commit to undertake in-house training
- Able to competently measure and document vital signs
- Existing experience in a band 2 support worker role
Desirable
- Foundation Degree Maternity Pathway
- Completion of The Care Certificate
- Competent in venepuncture
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of maternity care
- Understanding of safeguarding issues
- Awareness of Health and Safety issues
- Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentially
Desirable
- Understanding and awareness of Trust policies and procedures
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good IT/computer skills
- Ability to work as part of team and to liaise with colleagues in other disciplines
- Ability to work without direct supervision and prioritise workload
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).
