Maternity Support Worker

Job summary

The overarching responsibility of the Maternity support worker is to assist the

multidisciplinary team with caring for women, babies and their families throughout theirmaternity journey, working under supervision and within agreed guidelines andprotocols when providing care to women and their families (HEE, 2021).The Band 3 Maternity support worker uses additional skills within focused aspects ofservice delivery to enhance the service offered to women and their families; workingalongside, but under the guidance of, practitioners at all levels from across themultidisciplinary team including, but not limited to: obstetricians; midwives;ultrasonographers; physiotherapists and advanced nurse practitioners (HEE, 2021).

Main duties of the job

To provide advice as appropriate within own sphere/limitations of practice. To provide care that ensures the care, dignity and comfort of women. Implement packages of care with families, which include providing assistance/advice regarding feeding, hygiene, safety and support the establishment of parenting skills. Maintain clear, accurate, legible and timely written documentation in women's maternity records, observing and reporting any changes in a woman's condition to the Midwife To follow the area safeguarding guidelines and to be aware of adult and child safeguarding issues. Make referrals to other agencies as appropriate following consultation with the designated Midwife. Perform relevant observations, i.e. pulse, blood pressure, adult pulse oximetry, temperature, body mass index measurement and urine testing. Supporting women with mental health. Ability to provide a wide range of parent education appropriate to service need. Participate in general cleaning and housekeeping duties within acute/community settings. Obtain patient bloods, collect and deliver a range of samples ensuring full and accurate labelling following counselling and obtained consent by registered professional in accordance with Trust policy. Be able to respond calmly in an emergency situation assisting the midwife with obstetric and neonatal emergencies. Have an understanding of the procedures to summon clinical and ambulance support.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility.GOV.UK www.gov.uk

All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person specification

Have you been referred to apply under the Widening Participation Agenda?

Essential

• If so, please provide the name of the organisation that referred you to enable us to validate and track your application

Knowledge

Essential

• The applicant possess generalised knowledge to inform their understanding of the job role and specific knowledge related to tasks or activities within their scope of role. They must demonstrate an awareness of contemporary public health and health promotion initiatives, including where legal and ethical issues are relevant to their scope of role

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a maternity setting and aware of the principles of woman and family centred care

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent
• 5 GSCE at Grade C/4 or equivalent including maths and English
• Care Certificate from an NHS Organisation