Maternity Support worker

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced  person MCA  to step up Into a Band 3 midwifery support worker (MSW) role on Mulberry ward (postnatal).

We are looking for a highly motivated MCA band 2 or to  work under the supervision of the midwife to assist and support postnatal women and their babies on Mulberry. Essential is completion of MSW workbook to apply.

If you think you have the skills required and need a new challenge then please contact:

Mulberry ward managers Giedre Shamim ([email protected]) or Shanique Smith ([email protected])

Main duties of the job

To work as a member of the ward assisting the Midwifery staff with supporting the care needs of women and their babies. To undertake assigned tasks and appropriate interventions for women and their babies with minimal supervision but under the direction of the midwife.  Be able to work in a flexible manner regarding hospital placements and shift patterns depending on the needs of the service. To provide leadership and support to junior colleagues and ensure high standards are maintained in a safe environment which promotes equitable and compassionate care.

Always be aware of the responsibilities and limitations of the Maternity Support Worker (MSW).

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Although this position is a 11 months fixed-term contract, the actual contract duration will be adjusted to account for the time taken to advertise the post, complete the hiring process, and finalise pre-employment checks. This means the contract will begin when the candidate starts the role and may be slightly shorter than 11  months.”

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.

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.

As part of the recruitment process for this post, candidates will be required to complete an online literacy and numeracy test and only if they pass this, will they be invited to a formal interview.