Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you thrive working in a team? Then we want you!
At Whipps Cross we are a friendly and forward thinking team who nurture our staff so that they can be the best version of themselves. This role enables you to see all aspects of maternity care from booking a new pregnancy through to the postnatal period. You will work alongside passionate Midwives whilst building rapport with women and their families and obtaining real job satisfaction.
Whipps Cross Hospital is situated in East London and we have easy access to very good public transport links. We provide Maternity Services to approximately 4900 women a year and accommodate our women in very modern up to date facilitates. We have co-located midwifery-led unit and are working towards integration of the community midwifery services.
Maternity care Assistant based in Community
- You will have minimum six months experience in the a Health care setting.
- Attainment of NVQ Level 3 is desirable
- You must have good communication and interpersonal skills
- Have an interest in working towards your foundation degree programme
- Must have a passion for carrying out quality care for mothers and babies.
- Have a willingness to provide support to all midwives and be part of the multi-disciplinary team.
- The post holder must have a full UK driving licence and must be a car user
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact
Emily Mitchell
Emily.mitchell8@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
Assist with care of women under the direction and supervision of Midwifery trained staff in the community setting. With the support of the midwifery team, maternity health care assistant will have the skills and the knowledge to support women in pregnancy and postnatal period, to support them on making healthy choices for themselves and their babies. The maternity Health care assistant will carry out assigned tasks involving direct care of the mothers and their babies in support of and under the general supervision of the midwife.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate basic numeric and literacy skills
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent or working towards training at a later date
- English and maths at GCSE Level or Equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a maternity Unit or with community midwives
- Knowledge of Child Protection Issues
- Previous experience as a Nursing Auxiliary in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Good communication
- Courteous manner
- Legible handwriting
- Computer literate
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Well groomed, adhere to uniform policy while working
- Ability to work within a team
- Motivation to undertake required activity
Communication
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication at all levels
- Ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team
- A sound understanding of confidentiality
- Good Interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Good organisational skills
Specific requirements
Essential
- The post holder be required to work some weekends
- Holds a full UK driving license
- Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate basic numeric and literacy skills
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent or working towards training at a later date
- English and maths at GCSE Level or Equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a maternity Unit or with community midwives
- Knowledge of Child Protection Issues
- Previous experience as a Nursing Auxiliary in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Good communication
- Courteous manner
- Legible handwriting
- Computer literate
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Well groomed, adhere to uniform policy while working
- Ability to work within a team
- Motivation to undertake required activity
Communication
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication at all levels
- Ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team
- A sound understanding of confidentiality
- Good Interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Good organisational skills
Specific requirements
Essential
- The post holder be required to work some weekends
- Holds a full UK driving license
- Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
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).
