Job summary
An exciting opportunity has opened to undertake the Maternity Support Worker apprenticeship role within our maternity departments at the King's College Hospital and Princes Royal University Hospital. The role involves, supporting the midwifery teams to provide individualised care to birthing people and babies throughout their maternity journey and facilitating a positive experience.
We are looking for applicants with some experience in working in a clinical setting who can work independently undertaking allocated tasks, whilst remaining under the direct/indirect supervision of a registered midwife.
Candidates will be enrolled on the Senior Healthcare Apprenticeship programme.The post is a 2-year fixed term fully paid contract whilst you are on the apprenticeship programme, with scope to extend to a permanent role on completion of the programme.
The academic aspect of the course will be facilitated by the external training provider, and you will be allocated time to attend study days. An academic assessor and the Practice Development Midwife will support you throughout the duration of the course. Training would be provided within the working time whilst working on the antenatal ward, labour ward, theatres, postnatal ward and in the community setting.
The post is rotational, and the maternity support worker would be expected to work pro rota including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Main duties of the job
The maternity support worker (MSW) is a valued member of our team and plays an important role in supporting the staff, the birthing person/families and babies.
The candidate would carry out a range of delegated duties under the supervision of the qualified staff including, maternal observation such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory, temperature CO monitoring, urinalysis, cleaning and stocking. The MSW will also support the team with maternal and neonatal screening as well as carrying out venepuncture when required/trained. The maternity support worker will support and provide evidenced based information to the birthing person and their families and carry out administrative and housekeeping duties.
The PDM team will provide in house mandatory training updates and competency/skills session throughout your training. Our specialist infant feeding team would provide specific training relating to the care of the birthing person and baby including infant feeding support.
Please read the job description and person specification carefully. You will be asked to provide evidence of your NVQ level 3 or equivalent and Maths/English L2 certificate.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities All tasks and care provision must only be carried out following training and attainment of the required level of competency as set out within the MSW training and competency document and under the direct supervision of the midwife. To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate. Demonstrate encourage and assist patients in undertaking therapeutic activities within parameters of agreed care plans and under guidance of registered practitioners. To monitor and record patients clinical observations, escalating appropriately to a registered nurse as required . To assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needs.
Administrative and clerical duties To assist with clerical and ward administrative duties, including data management, photocopying, transporting of equipment/data/ paperwork to other departments, booking patient transport and sending referrals. To provide clear and effective information and communication, both verbally and in writing. Promptly referring enquiries to the relevant person. To maintain confidentiality at all times, in and out of the hospital environment. To make appointments, follow up non-attendees at clinic under direction and supervision of midwife, send out invitations for antenatal education classes.
Education and Training To be able to identify with support your own development needs, completing a competency document and learning objectives within a specified time frame and as agreed by manager To ensure own attendance at mandatory study days and training (BLS, manual handling etc.) as required by ward/departmental manager To update skills and knowledge as required by the Trust
Leadership To adhere to, and work within the National Code of Conduct for clinical support workers at Kings College Hospital To manage an agreed workload with supervision and support from colleagues and senior staff To work within and support the multidisciplinary team, contributing ideas toward future developments To act as a role model and advisor to less experienced staff demonstrating and promoting the Trusts Values and Behaviours
General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures, and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To work within own level of assessed competence and to be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities All tasks and care provision must only be carried out following training and attainment of the required level of competency as set out within the MSW training and competency document and under the direct supervision of the midwife. To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate. Demonstrate encourage and assist patients in undertaking therapeutic activities within parameters of agreed care plans and under guidance of registered practitioners. To monitor and record patients clinical observations, escalating appropriately to a registered nurse as required . To assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needs.
Administrative and clerical duties To assist with clerical and ward administrative duties, including data management, photocopying, transporting of equipment/data/ paperwork to other departments, booking patient transport and sending referrals. To provide clear and effective information and communication, both verbally and in writing. Promptly referring enquiries to the relevant person. To maintain confidentiality at all times, in and out of the hospital environment. To make appointments, follow up non-attendees at clinic under direction and supervision of midwife, send out invitations for antenatal education classes.
Education and Training To be able to identify with support your own development needs, completing a competency document and learning objectives within a specified time frame and as agreed by manager To ensure own attendance at mandatory study days and training (BLS, manual handling etc.) as required by ward/departmental manager To update skills and knowledge as required by the Trust
Leadership To adhere to, and work within the National Code of Conduct for clinical support workers at Kings College Hospital To manage an agreed workload with supervision and support from colleagues and senior staff To work within and support the multidisciplinary team, contributing ideas toward future developments To act as a role model and advisor to less experienced staff demonstrating and promoting the Trusts Values and Behaviours
General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures, and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To work within own level of assessed competence and to be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Five GCSE (A-C or Grade 4-9) including English and Maths or Equivalent (Functional Skills Level 2).
- Commitment to complete the MSW Apprenticeship Training Programme for Senior Healthcare Support Workers.
- NVQ L3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing
- Demonstrate organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS acute setting or similar setting
- Insight into the role of the MSW
- Able to perform Venepuncture
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Five GCSE (A-C or Grade 4-9) including English and Maths or Equivalent (Functional Skills Level 2).
- Commitment to complete the MSW Apprenticeship Training Programme for Senior Healthcare Support Workers.
- NVQ L3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing
- Demonstrate organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS acute setting or similar setting
- Insight into the role of the MSW
- Able to perform Venepuncture
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).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kings College Hospital / Princess Royal University Hospital
London
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
