Community Maternity Support Worker

1 month ago

Wakefield, United Kingdom The Mid Yorkshire Teaching Nhs Trust Full time

Job summary There is the exciting opportunity to join the Mid YorkshireTeaching Trusts Maternity department as a maternity support worker.
TheMaternity Support Worker (MSW) undertakes duties in a maternity setting, underthe direction and supervision of a registered midwife, for which midwiferytraining and registration are not required.
MSWs complement the care thatmidwives provide to women and babies.
This will be a community-based post,meaning you will liaise with a team of midwives daily before taking yourworkload.
This work may include home visits and supporting in the communityhubs and GP clinics.
As a Maternity Support Worker, you will perform routineobservations and checks on both mum and baby, discuss physical and emotionalconcerns, give evidence-based advice and guidance, and refer to the Midwiferyteam if you have any worries or concerns.
You will be supported to complete aMaternity Support Worker competency package which is a great opportunity tocome and work in a team, developing your own skills both clinical andcommunication alongside.
Main duties of the job As a Maternity Support Worker, you will perform routine observations and checks on both mum and baby, discuss physical and emotional concerns, give evidence-based advice and guidance, and refer to the Midwifery team if you have any worries or concerns.
You will be supported to complete a Maternity Support Worker competency package which is a great opportunity to come and work in a team, developing your own skills both clinical and communication alongside.
About us We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees.
Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients.
Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications.
While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience.
Its important that you personalise your application.
Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success.
Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description Job responsibilities To assist the Midwife in the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of care of women babies and familiesUndertake basic care planning and decision making regarding how care is delivered, within the sphere of practice.
(I think that we need to add under the direction of a Registered midwife/ Registered Nurse)Provide leadership and supervision as required to Health Care Support workers, delegating tasks as appropriate.To provide a range of clinical duties such as observations, phlebotomy.
This list is not exhaustive and is described in the competency package.Have the ability to organise their own daily workload, when delegated.Work flexibly following procedures, guidelines and best working practices within a confidential environment.To provide additional support for women and families with complex clinical or social needs either in community/hospital setting.To support and assist women to achieve successful infant feeding in accordance with the local policies and guidelines, giving clear and consistent information.To actively be involved in health promotion- Smoking cessation- Reducing obesity- Breast feeding/infant feeding- Supporting mother and baby interaction- Supporting women with mental ill healthTo escalate concerns regarding the care of women, babies, and families to the midwifeAssist in ensuring all patients receive a high standard of personal hygiene whilst on the ward/department.Assist in ensuring patients receive adequate hydration and nutrition.To establish and maintain good interpersonal skills and communicate between team members women and families.Be aware of the needs of patients in relation to their privacy and dignity and with regard to different cultures and religious beliefs.Create and maintain a safe, clean environment for patients and visitors.Be flexible and willing to undertake additional training to meet changing service needs.Report any concerns to the midwife in charge or the Matron.Assist team members in the event of obstetric emergency/cardiac arrest / resuscitation under the direct supervision of midwives and medical staff.Maintain clear, accurate, legible and timely written documentation in Women and Baby notes medical records as appropriate.Retrieve and store results from investigations blood results by using telephone, fax machines, computers or in person.
Adhering to the data protection act.Assist with consultation and examinations as required, within your sphere of practice.Collection of specimens and accurate labelling.
Discard / dispatch / transport of specimens safely.Escort and direct patients to and from other areas.Participate in general cleaning and housekeeping duties, including handling and disposal of soiled and infected linen.
Observing infection control policies with regard to hand washing and safe disposal of sharps.
Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential Friendly, honest, and approachable Good team worker Good sickness and attendance record Good organisational skills Flexible /adaptable approach to working patterns Other Essential Willing to work across Trust when required Willing to cover annual leave / sickness when possible Will be willing to work in the community setting if required Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Skills and Abilities Essential Good communication skills.
Written and verbal.
Customer care skills Ability to work effectively under direct and indirect supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Experience Essential Experience of working in a health care setting, preferably maternity, neonatal or paediatrics Desirable Experience working in maternity, neonatal or paediatrics Qualifications Essential A good general education NVQ 3 in health care studies/or equivalent Desirable Keyboard qualification or equivalent Knowledge and Awareness Essential Health care experience Keyboard skills Willing to complete MSW training and competency booklet when appointed

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