Apprentice Midwifery Care Assistant | Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A major NHS healthcare provider in Norwich is offering a Fixed Term Contract as an Apprentice Midwifery Care Assistant. The role involves contributing to patient care in a busy Maternity Unit while gaining valuable skills and a recognized apprenticeship qualification. Ideal candidates should possess good communication skills and a dedication to patient care. Flexible working hours and various benefits are provided, with applications encouraged asap.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars

Free Park & Ride service

Support in career development

Qualifications

• Aged 16+.
• Resident in the UK/EEA for the last three consecutive years.
• Must not have a qualification in a similar subject at the same level or above.
• Must not be in any formal government-funded education at the start of apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Work with the multidisciplinary team to provide patient care in the maternity unit.
• Complete departmental competency training with support.
• Support parents with maintaining the baby’s hygiene and clean beds and cots.

Skills

Good general standard of education

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good standard of literacy and numeracy

Good IT skills

Education

4 GCSE’s at Grade D/3 or above (or equivalent)

Job description

Position Overview

14 Fixed Term Contract - Apprenticeship

Our NNUH Maternity team is looking to recruit an Apprentice working in our busy Maternity Unit.

We welcome applications from individuals wishing to become an Apprentice and gain experience in the NHS. You will develop new skills and knowledge whilst working with an established team gaining valuable work experience and a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

You will be enrolled with a local education provider and will be required to complete your Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship Standard qualification within the duration of the placement.

Role Responsibilities

• As an Apprentice Midwifery Care Assistant, you will work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to contribute to the provision of the highest standards of patient care.
• You will provide care to our patients who are attending for care in the maternity setting.
• With support from your line manager and the wider Midwifery team, you will complete departmental competency training to learn the necessary skills for the role – including documentation, patient care, supporting parents with maintaining the baby’s hygiene, cleaning and checking of beds and cots.
• You will play a key role in the care of babies and support of the parents; you will be a valued member of the team in this rewarding specialty where no day is the same.
• The maternity unit is fast paced and demanding; this post is perfect for someone who can work under pressure and thrives in a busy environment.

Candidate Qualities

• Excellent communication skills and dedication to providing the best possible care to patients.
• Open, collaborative hospital working with local services and home to NNUH Hospitals Charity.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Eligibility Criteria

• Aged 16+
• Resident in the UK/EEA for the last three consecutive years
• Must not have a qualification in a similar subject at the same level or above
• Must not be in any form of formal government-funded education upon the start of the apprenticeship

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Good general standard of education
• 4 GCSE’s at Grade D/3 or above (or equivalent) subject to the job specification
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills

Application Process

Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.

Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role asap.

This advert closes on Thursday 4 Dec 2025

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