Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Band 3 Maternity Support Worker

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate, enthusiastic and motivated maternity support workers.Come and join Royal Free London NHS Foundation TrustMaternity Community team. The post holder will also be required to work day shifts (7.5 hours per day 5 days a week) including weekends and bank holidays.

The Healthcare Assistant works as part of the ward/department team under thesupervision of registered nurses and midwives and:- Participates in the delivery of patient care- Contributes towards ward/department organisation- Supports registered nurses in the provision of a safe and caringenvironment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a member of the multidisciplinary team and will be expected to contribute to the organisation and delivery of clients' individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered midwife or Doctor. Also, as part of the multidisciplinary team they will be expected to provide a sensitive and caring service to women and their families.

In this post you will be required to perform a full range of manual and clerical duties and support the registered midwives in the provision of a safe and caring environment in the Maternity Community.

The post will require you to also practice in accordance with trust values and statutory requirements and operate within the boundaries of the role and assessed competencies.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

03 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£29,651 to £31,312 a year per annum plus HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7512706-A

Job locations

Barnet General Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

London

EN5 3DJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for more information on working at The Royal Free London.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for more information on working at The Royal Free London.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Core skills level 2 Maths and English or equivalent.
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health Care OR equivalent qualification.
  • Commitment to undertake the necessary training.
  • Willingness to complete a Care Certificate programme within the first 3 months

Desirable

  • Completed Care Certificate

Skills

Essential

  • Experience of Phlebotomy (taking bloods)
  • Evidence of good written and oral communication skills.
  • Approachable manner with good interpersonal skills
  • IT / computer skills.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of working with members of the public
  • Experience working in a maternity setting, undertaking a wide range of clinical commitments.
  • Knowledge of Infection Control & Safeguarding processes
  • Experience of using hospital patient record system
  • Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentially

Desirable

  • Experience of dealing with patient/relative complaints as appropriate
  • Experience of providing breastfeeding support and advice

Trust Values

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate Trust values
Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Core skills level 2 Maths and English or equivalent.
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health Care OR equivalent qualification.
  • Commitment to undertake the necessary training.
  • Willingness to complete a Care Certificate programme within the first 3 months

Desirable

  • Completed Care Certificate

Skills

Essential

  • Experience of Phlebotomy (taking bloods)
  • Evidence of good written and oral communication skills.
  • Approachable manner with good interpersonal skills
  • IT / computer skills.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of working with members of the public
  • Experience working in a maternity setting, undertaking a wide range of clinical commitments.
  • Knowledge of Infection Control & Safeguarding processes
  • Experience of using hospital patient record system
  • Knowledge and understanding of data protection confidentially

Desirable

  • Experience of dealing with patient/relative complaints as appropriate
  • Experience of providing breastfeeding support and advice

Trust Values

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate Trust 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barnet General Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

London

EN5 3DJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barnet General Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

London

EN5 3DJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Maternity Community Matron

Natasha Mason

natasha.mason6@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

03 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£29,651 to £31,312 a year per annum plus HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7512706-A

Job locations

Barnet General Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

London

EN5 3DJ


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