Maternity Link Support Worker Tigrinya

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Summary

The Maternity Link Support Worker (MLSW) focuses on supporting the Local Maternity and Neonatal System (LMNS) to implement plans for improving outcomes for pregnant women from diverse backgrounds, offering translation services in multiple languages like Urdu, Bengali, Arabic, Pashto, Somali, Romanian, Patois, and Tigrinyan. The role involves clear communications, advocacy, Continuity of Carer, digital inclusion, and health promotion and literacy support. Collaboration with Maternity Teams, local third sector organizations, and Family Hubs is essential to provide comprehensive care in a community setting.

Main Duties of the Job

  • The Birmingham & Solihull United Maternity & Newborn Partnership (Bump) supports maternity care across the LMNS, focusing on equity, equality, and better outcomes for mothers and babies from diverse ethnic groups and deprived areas.

About Us

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing high-quality healthcare for women, children, and families. The Trust's hospitals offer specialist treatment, world-leading neo-natal and fetal care, and a focus on family-centred care.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric center with a strong international reputation. Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of the busiest maternity units in the UK, and Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services provide innovative mental health care for young people.

Our Trust values diversity and equality, encouraging applications from all members of the community.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of this opportunity at Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust. Ensure your application showcases how you meet the requirements, including relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.

A language test will be part of the interview process. Due to high application volumes, the closing date may change, so apply promptly.

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health Care or equivalent
  • Key Skills in literacy and numeracy

Desirable

  • GCSE pass in English Language or equivalent
  • Training in Making Every Contact Count and Motivational Interviewing
  • Certifications in British Sign Language, Community Interpreting, or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Understanding of health outcomes for ethnic minority women during pregnancy
  • Experience in healthy lifestyle and behavioral change
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

  • Experience supporting women from ethnic minority backgrounds with social needs
  • Previous work with pregnant women and healthcare in the NHS
  • Training in baby-friendly standards and audit skills
  • Skills in working with vulnerable patients

Professional/ Managerial/ Specialist Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent data entry skills

Desirable

  • Experience with patient records management systems
  • Certification in European Computer Driving License or equivalent

Personal Skills / Abilities and Attributes

Essential

  • Proficient in English reading and writing
  • Motivational qualities
  • Strong written and computer communication skills
  • IT proficiency including Microsoft Office
  • Ability to speak community languages like Urdu, Bengali, Arabic, Pashto, Somali, Romanian, Patois, and Tigrinya
  • Reliable, punctual, and adaptable working hours
  • Stress management capabilities
  • Non-judgemental demeanor

Desirable

  • Ability to read/write community languages
  • Experience supporting women from diverse backgrounds with social needs

Other Requirements

Essential

  • Confidentiality
  • Flexibility to work in various teams and locations
  • Regional mobility
  • Understanding and application of equality, inclusion, and diversity practices

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