Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Maternity Support Worker for the QEQM Maternity team.
The successful applicant will be part of the midwifery team to deliver high quality person-centred care. Supervision and support are provided by Registered Midwives.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country.
Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Heath & Care Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 4 and above, as Band 2 & 3 do not meet the minimum salary requirement from 9th April 2025
Main duties of the job
The MSWs will undertake fundamental personal care duties including: bathing; toileting; and dressing; as well as care for neonate's personal needs. Supporting parents in the transition to their new family unit. This role includes supporting with infant feeding needs. The role also includes undertaking a limited range of delegated clinical skills care duties including: taking and recording patients' and neonatal vital observations, blood glucose monitoring of patient and neonate; observing patients for sign of agitation or distress, wound observations and simple wound dressings, removal of peripheral cannula, phlebotomy and removal of catheters. MSWs working in maternity and neonatal environments, will be able to complete pregnancy testing, routine maternal and neonatal observations and clinical duties to enable the team to provide an effective and efficient service within the hospital setting.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Basic understanding of patients needs essential
- GCSE or level 2 equivalent maths and English
- Holds a level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care or has previous relevant/equivalent experience
Desirable
- Completed Care Certificate
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation; short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties, completion of a competency based workbook
- Holds a level 3 vocational qualification in Health & Social
Clinical skills and experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people ideally in front line patient care
- Basic computer/keyboard skills
Desirable
- Previous experience as an HCSW in an acute hospital
- Competent in performing investigations & procedures such as: ECGs
Governance
Essential
- Up to date with trust E -learning
- Adheres to Trust policies
- Will comply with the Data Protection Act, CNORIS, Caldicott Guidelines and local policies regarding confidentiality and access to medical records.
- Act on the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Effective communication and organisational skills
- Kind, compassionate and caring
- Ability to deliver high quality care
- Demonstrates patient focused approach.
- Professional approach demonstrating: ability to work as part of a team; honesty and integrity; respecting equality and diversity.
- Keen to develop knowledge and skills for personal and professional fulfilment.
Other requirements
Essential
- Flexibility and openness to working in a range of areas.
- Flexibility with shift/working patterns to meet the service.
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Values
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Basic understanding of patients needs essential
- GCSE or level 2 equivalent maths and English
- Holds a level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care or has previous relevant/equivalent experience
Desirable
- Completed Care Certificate
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation; short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties, completion of a competency based workbook
- Holds a level 3 vocational qualification in Health & Social
Clinical skills and experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people ideally in front line patient care
- Basic computer/keyboard skills
Desirable
- Previous experience as an HCSW in an acute hospital
- Competent in performing investigations & procedures such as: ECGs
Governance
Essential
- Up to date with trust E -learning
- Adheres to Trust policies
- Will comply with the Data Protection Act, CNORIS, Caldicott Guidelines and local policies regarding confidentiality and access to medical records.
- Act on the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Effective communication and organisational skills
- Kind, compassionate and caring
- Ability to deliver high quality care
- Demonstrates patient focused approach.
- Professional approach demonstrating: ability to work as part of a team; honesty and integrity; respecting equality and diversity.
- Keen to develop knowledge and skills for personal and professional fulfilment.
Other requirements
Essential
- Flexibility and openness to working in a range of areas.
- Flexibility with shift/working patterns to meet the service.
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Values
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.
