About this role
Job summary
The role of the Maternity Support Worker (MSW) is to support the delivery of high-quality, safe, and compassionate care to women and their babies. The post holder will be a competent member of the maternity team at Wrexham Maelor Hospital, working within a defined scope of practice following completion of the required competency-based training.
The MSW will work under the indirect or direct supervision of a registered Midwife and will be guided by the Midwife's expertise while undertaking delegated duties appropriate to the role. The post holder will provide support to women and their families throughout the postnatal period, delivering care within both individual and group settings.
Key responsibilities include:
Assisting with the personal care of women and babies. Supporting infant feeding, including the initiation and promotion of breastfeeding. Providing information and advice on self-care and newborn care. Promoting health and wellbeing through education and health promotion activities. Undertaking clerical and administrative duties to support the maternity service. Assisting with educational and housekeeping duties to ensure the smooth running of the ward and wider maternity team. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; however, Welsh and English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the Maternity Support Worker (MSW) include:
Assisting in the delivery of care to women and their babies throughout the postnatal period. Undertaking routine observations of mothers and babies, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation measurements, in accordance with local policies and competencies. Maintaining accurate patient records and undertaking a range of clerical and administrative duties. Providing health education and support to parents on a one-to-one basis and within group settings. Obtaining blood samples for testing following appropriate training and competency assessment. Preparing, cleaning, and maintaining clinical equipment and resources. Promoting, supporting, and encouraging breastfeeding in line with Baby Friendly standards and local guidance. Reporting concerns, changes in condition, or other relevant issues promptly to a registered Midwife. Ensuring clinical environments are clean, safe, well-stocked, and tidy at all times. Supporting the smooth and effective running of the maternity ward and wider multidisciplinary team.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) has all the right ingredients. BCUHB is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get the support that you need, inline with our Organisational Trust Vales and our Proud to Lead competence framework.
You will be part of a focus and driven team who strive to achieve the best standards to ensure that all mother's and their babies along with their families receive the best care and support throughout this special journey in their lives.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will support the Midwifery Team in the delivery of safe, high-quality care for women and their babies, while maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe environment that promotes excellent patient care and experience.
Key responsibilities will include supporting women and their families during the postnatal period, assisting with routine care and observations, maintaining accurate records, preparing equipment, and undertaking a range of administrative duties, including the ordering and management of ward supplies.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a caring, compassionate, and empathetic approach, with the ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with women, families, colleagues, and members of the multidisciplinary team. Significant relevant work or life experience that demonstrates transferable skills and knowledge applicable to this role is essential.
This post involves rotational shift working, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays, to meet the needs of the service.
The post holder will be required to successfully complete a relevant Level 3 qualification within the first two years of employment, supported by the Health Board.
For further information about the role and its requirements, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this vacancy, or click "Apply Now" to view the full details on Trac.
Person Specification
Qualfications Essential
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Experience Essential
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Desirable
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Skillls Essential
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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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address Wrexham Maelor Hospital
Croesnewydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)