Maternity Support Worker Apprenticeship

Getting In Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is offering a Maternity Support Worker Apprenticeship at North Bristol NHS Trust. This apprenticeship will allow you to practice safe standards of care and support new families during critical healthcare interactions. Candidates will gain hands-on experience while learning from experienced nurses in an environment that values both staff and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Practice safe standards of care following Trust policies.
• Support women during clinical procedures and newborn care.
• Contribute to the safeguarding of maternity patients.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Job description

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Maternity Support Worker Apprenticeship

Maternity Support Worker Apprenticeship

, Apply From: 18/06/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by SOUTH WEST ASSOCIATION OF TRAINING PROVIDERS LIMITED

Employer

North Bristol NHS Trust

Vacancy Description

• Practice safe standards of care following Trust guidelines and policies.
• Not all duties are routine. You will need to use your knowledge, experience and understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility.
• Prioritise your own workload and manage time effectively.
• Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.
• Recognise and report any abnormal events or emergencies to the multidisciplinary team through the appropriate means, in a timely manner.
• Support women and birthing people during clinical procedures, including attending to any personal hygiene, as necessary.
• Understands the principles of parent education and health promotion and directs women to a qualified practitioner with any concerns or questions.
• Assist with infant feeding, encouraging, and supporting breastfeeding in line with Baby Friendly Initiative Standards.
• If appropriate to working area co-ordinate clinics e.g., NIPE clinics/GTT etc. and arrange and inform follow-up appointments with birthing people, ensuring I.T systems are updated with this.
• Escort women, birthing people and their families between clinical areas as required.
  Provide practical support to new parents when caring for their newborn.
• Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies.
• Contribute to the safeguarding of women, birthing people, and baby’s, reporting concerns to the appropriate bodies.
  Maintain accurate records. Understand the importance of accurate and timely communication within the health care environment.
• Exchange information with women and birthing people using encouragement, reassurance, tact, empathy; may overcome barriers to understanding, e.g., physical impairment, mental health condition or learning disabilities.
• Act as chaperone when requested to do so.
• Assist in the nutrition and hydration needs of women and birthing people.
• Adhere to Trust Uniform Policy, maintain personal standards of hygiene, and promote universal precautions to limit cross infection.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure clinical areas and equipment are clean and tidy. Ensure the most effective and economical use is made of all supplies and equipment. If required assist with the ordering, receipt, storage, and distribution of stock.
• Ensure the working order of equipment, reporting any concerns, faults, or breakages to the appropriate person in a timely manner.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Maternity Support Worker Apprenticeship

Employer Description

There are over 12,000 reasons why North Bristol NHS Trust is a place to be #NBTProud of. We support and care for every member of staff, every carer, every visitor, and will always put the patient first.

Vacancy Location

Southmead Hospital Westbury on Trym Bristol BS10 5NB

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

4

Vacancy Reference Number

1000326342

Key Dates

Apply From

18/06/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-06-30 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-08-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• training will take place in our Learning and rsearch cnetre by our on site aprenticeship team, and in your ward.
• Lessons will be once/twice per month for whole days and then there will be reviews and additonal 1:1 support sessions with your allocated tutor.

Learning Provider

SOUTH WEST ASSOCIATION OF TRAINING PROVIDERS LIMITED

Contact Details

Margaret Smith Vacancy Type:

Skills Required

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

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