About this role
Job summary
*Please note all interviews will be in person only*
The maternity team at the University Hospital of North Durham is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about delivering and promoting highquality maternity care within an acute hospital setting. Maternity support workers play a vital role in caring for mothers, birthing people, their newborns, and their families throughout pregnancy, labour, and the postnatal period. Their contribution is essential to the effective delivery of maternity services
Main duties of the job
Maternity Support Workers (MSWs) work in line with the nationally recognised NHS Maternity support worker competency, education and career development framework. The successful applicant will be provided with the appropriate training to meet the requirements of the framework.
Support workers in the maternity settings will:
support the work of registered and non-registered practitioners
work under direct or indirect supervision, and/or as lone workers, where appropriate
work across service settings and professional boundaries, according to the needs of women, their newborn infants and their families and local service provision
Work with families to promote the public health agenda
Specific clinical skills will includephlebotomy, ECG, theatre work, neonatal observations, breastfeeding support and advice, and maintenance of essential equipment.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
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Job description Job responsibilities
As an important member of the maternity team, you will deliver care directly to women, babies and families whilst supporting midwives and other healthcare professionals to deliver high quality, compassionate care to people in accordance with their needs and care plans.
There will be opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills. Training will be provided to ensure you have the required skill set for care delivery in all areas of acute maternity services. You will also be supported to obtain your care certificate if you do not have this qualification
Person Specification
Special Requirements Essential
Demonstrable commitment to and focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes Demonstrable skill to work together to serve our community through delivering safe and excellent clinical care Value diversity and difference, operates with integrity and openness Treats others with compassion, empathy and respect Shares information openly and effectively with patients, staff and relatives Works across boundaries, looks for collective success, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others Actively develops themselves and others
Qualifications Essential
5 GCSEs or equivalent NVQ 3 in relevant field or equivalent relevant experience
Desirable
Commitment to completing care certificate Commitment to undertake further education desirable
Experience Essential
Knowledge of acute hospital and or community setting
Desirable
Previous experience in patient contact position in Maternity care
Personal Attributes Essential
Used to working in a busy environment and under pressure Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty Willing to engage with and learn from peers, other professionals and colleagues in the desire to provide or support the most appropriate interventions Professional calm and efficient manner Methodical and an effective organizer / prioritisation skills Attention to detail Ability to work independently Punctual Team worker Confidence to liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team and be courteous, patient and helpful at all times. Reliable and honest Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
Special Skills & Knowledge Essential
Numeracy and literacy skills Good communication skills Computer skills including excel and Microsoft Excellent telephone skills
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.
Employer details Employer name County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address University Hospital Of North Durham
North Road
Durham
DH1 5TW
Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)