Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join University Hospitals Plymouth Maternity Service as a Band 3 Maternity Support Worker (MSW). You will be part of a team working with a dynamic multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality and safe care to women and babies within the maternity unit.
The successful candidate will be a competent individual, working as a member of the maternity team providing care to women and families throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period. The MSW will work under indirect supervision of a registered midwife and be guided by the midwife's expertise. The successful candidate will be a positive and professional individual who has excellent communication and IT skills and will be able to work effectively in a demanding and continually evolving environment. The successful candidate will be provided with training to support the role and obtain many additional skills.
For an informal visit or to discuss the position in more detail please contact:
Michelle Bull Recruitment and Retention Lead Midwife
Email: mbull1@nhs.net Tel: 01752 431779
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
The MSW will undertake a range of duties including: Personal care of women and babies, providing information and advice on self-care, infant care and initiating support with infant feeding, health promotion, clerical, educational and housekeeping duties all to ensure the smooth running of the maternity team. This job will require flexibility to provide a seven day service which will include working Bank Holidays, Long/Short days and long nights within the inpatient area. It is essential that you are proficient with IT skills to record care being given.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Dimensions:
1. To be aware of the patients physical, emotional and social needs and to report accurately to the midwife.
2. To establish good relationships with the patients, relatives and colleagues ensuring accurate and effective communication at all times.
3. To be able to self-manage and organize own day to day tasks and activities against care delivery plans. Under the direction of the midwife, be able to adjust plans in response to service needs.
4. To demonstrate independent inquiry, through knowledge and experience within remit of role.
5. To undertake clinical skills as directed by the midwife and report findings accordingly.
6. To maintain accurate and legible records as appropriate under the direction of the midwife.
7. To contribute to the maintenance of a safe working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Dimensions:
1. To be aware of the patients physical, emotional and social needs and to report accurately to the midwife.
2. To establish good relationships with the patients, relatives and colleagues ensuring accurate and effective communication at all times.
3. To be able to self-manage and organize own day to day tasks and activities against care delivery plans. Under the direction of the midwife, be able to adjust plans in response to service needs.
4. To demonstrate independent inquiry, through knowledge and experience within remit of role.
5. To undertake clinical skills as directed by the midwife and report findings accordingly.
6. To maintain accurate and legible records as appropriate under the direction of the midwife.
7. To contribute to the maintenance of a safe working environment.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of working with families within a large setting
- Ability to have a flexible approach
- Proven evidence of prioritising workload
Desirable
- Phlebotomy Skills
- Demonstrable experience working within a large clinical setting
- Proven evidence of infant feeding training
- Extended IT Skills
- Proven evidence of working within a maternity setting
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths(A-C) or equivalent
- GCSE English (A-C) or equivalent
- NVQ/QCF level 3 Health and Social care or a care certificate
- Proven evidence of working in a customer care setting
Desirable
- Baby Friendly Initiative Standards Training/Equivalent
- Proven evidence of working in a maternity setting
- Extended IT Skills
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills and ability to prioritise work
- Ability to work flexibly
Desirable
- Understands the roles and boundaries of a Maternity Support Worker
- Ability to work methodically and follow instructions
Disposition/Attitude/Motivation
Essential
- Willing to undertake training
- Works well within a team
- Ability to work flexibly
- Proven evidence of interest in women's health
Other Factors
Essential
- Committed to continuous personal development and training
- Ability to travel between sites
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of working with families within a large setting
- Ability to have a flexible approach
- Proven evidence of prioritising workload
Desirable
- Phlebotomy Skills
- Demonstrable experience working within a large clinical setting
- Proven evidence of infant feeding training
- Extended IT Skills
- Proven evidence of working within a maternity setting
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths(A-C) or equivalent
- GCSE English (A-C) or equivalent
- NVQ/QCF level 3 Health and Social care or a care certificate
- Proven evidence of working in a customer care setting
Desirable
- Baby Friendly Initiative Standards Training/Equivalent
- Proven evidence of working in a maternity setting
- Extended IT Skills
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills and ability to prioritise work
- Ability to work flexibly
Desirable
- Understands the roles and boundaries of a Maternity Support Worker
- Ability to work methodically and follow instructions
Disposition/Attitude/Motivation
Essential
- Willing to undertake training
- Works well within a team
- Ability to work flexibly
- Proven evidence of interest in women's health
Other Factors
Essential
- Committed to continuous personal development and training
- Ability to travel between sites
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).
