Maternity Support Worker

Job Summary

The role of the Maternity Support Worker is to work in partnership with the midwife, providing practical, social, and emotional support to mothers and their families. The post holder will undertake baseline observations, phlebotomy, breastfeeding support, and provide clinical and clerical support within the department.

They will also offer health advice and information to mothers to support the care of both mother and newborn. The department requires deployment to other clinical areas as needed to support smooth patient flow within the maternity unit.

Roles are available in hospital settings, with shifts including nights, weekends, and days.

Closing date: 27th April 2025

Interview date: 6th May 2025

Main duties of the job

We have exciting opportunities for Maternity Support Workers to join our maternity team at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Positions are available in hospital settings.

Candidates must have completed a Maternity Support Worker/Senior Nursing Assistant apprenticeship or an equivalent program and have experience working as an MSW in a UK maternity unit/hospital. A certificate of completion must be presented at interview.

You must be proficient in phlebotomy, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature observations. MSWs should demonstrate training in breastfeeding advice per the Baby Friendly Initiative. Training will be provided to Nursing Assistants who meet all other criteria.

Mandatory updates are provided annually to develop skills in caring for maternity patients, focusing on pregnancy, labor, postpartum, breastfeeding support, and early parenting.

Your application should include your motivation, experience, and skills relevant to the role.

About Us

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust encompasses five renowned hospitals and community services in Lambeth and Southwark, with a history of high-quality care, research, and innovation. We are part of King's Health Partners, an academic health sciences centre, and host a National Institute for Health Research biomedical research centre and clinical facilities.

Job Details

• Posted: 23 April 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: 3
• Salary: £30,039 - £31,088 per year (including HCA, pro-rata for part-time)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Location: St. Thomas’ Hospital, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7EH

Job Responsibilities

Maintain woman's privacy and confidentiality with cultural sensitivity. Promote and ensure health, safety, and security for women, families, and colleagues. Undertake training to support women and babies, including public health issues, infant feeding, and domestic violence support. Attend mandatory training on health and safety, infection control, moving and handling, and child protection. Develop relevant skills through ongoing training. Understand multi-professional roles within the maternity unit.

Person Specification

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to write clearly in English.
• Effective communication with women, relatives, and staff.
• Ability to undertake and record clinical observations.

Desirable: Venepuncture skills.

Experience

• Experience working in maternity services as a Maternity Support Worker.

Desirable: Healthcare support experience in Paediatrics or Women's Health.

Qualifications and Education

• Essential: NVQ 3 in Health and Maternity Care or equivalent.

Desirable: Full Care certificate, GCSE C/4 in English and Maths.

Values and Behaviours

• Demonstrates Trust values and behaviours.

Additional Requirements

This role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Applicants must also meet the criminal record check requirements for overseas residence if applicable.

Employer Details

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, St. Thomas’ Hospital, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7EH. Visit our careers page.