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Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is seeking Maternity Support Workers to assist midwifery staff and support new parents. No prior experience is necessary, but training will be provided on the job. Responsibilities include assisting with admissions and discharges, managing documentation, and providing support in clinical settings. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to high-quality maternity care.

Qualifications

• Experience is not required but will be an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the admission, orientation and discharge of women and their babies.
• Ensure that all clinical documentation is accurately collected.
• Communicate effectively with women and their families.

Job description

We are looking for Maternity support workers to join our team to support our midwifery staff and new parents. Experience is not required but will be an advantage. Training in the role will be given within work time, this role includes working in maternity theatres and all aspects of maternity care within a private maternity setting. The Kensington Wing at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital prides itself in high quality patient care, and a 5

Responsibilities

• Assist with the admission, orientation and discharge of women and their babies in accordance with local policy and guidance.
• Ensure that all clinical documentation is accurately collected, updated, stored and filed in accordance with local information governance and record keeping policy and guidance.
• Work closely with administrative staff to provide additional support to the service as required.
• Participate in tracking, obtaining and filing clinical records as required, under instruction and in line with local policy and guidance.
• Provide administrative support to the maternity team.
• Manage own time effectively whilst prioritising care needs for women and their babies under care under the direction of the midwife.
• Act reliably; relay messages to the appropriate person in an effective and timely manner, whilst maintaining women's confidentiality.
• Convey an approachable and professional attitude to all mothers and their families.
• Communicate effectively with women and their families in all settings, with particular attention to providing updates on any delays or changes to their care.
• Ensure knowledge of local safeguarding policy and procedure is maintained.
• Ensure the working order of equipment, reporting any concerns, faults or breakages in a timely manner.
• Report incidents or concerns using the local risk management system, escalating appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Successfully complete the 'care certificate' competency booklet within the first six months of employment and identify training needs to undertake appropriate training/education as required.
• Be aware of professional limitations and develop practice through reflection, mentorship and appraisal.
• Attend all statutory and mandatory training as required and participate in annual performance reviews.
• Be conversant with local infection control policy and adhere to mandates.
• Work safely in line with health and safety policies and guidance.
• Participate in audits of standards within the unit where appropriate.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Receive details of daily duties from the midwife and prioritise care under supervision.
• Undertake routine observations (and escalate deviations) to the named midwife or appropriate team member.
• Support women during clinical procedures and attend to personal hygiene needs as necessary.
• Assist/act as a runner in obstetric theatres and provide support to labouring women under supervision.
• Support women in their infant feeding choices and provide evidence-based support for breastfeeding.
• Support and assist with artificial feeding in line with policy and guidance.
• Identify and report abnormal events or emergencies promptly to the multidisciplinary team.
• Perform venepuncture in line with local policy and guidance following competency.
• Assist with transportation of blood products and maintain stock in line with storage requirements.
• Assist in bladder care, remove catheters and dispose of equipment following infection control policy and document fluid balance.
• Undertake neonatal observations under supervision and escalate deviations promptly.
• Observe newborn wellbeing and escalate concerns to the midwife or team.
• Provide practical support to new parents while promoting safety in hospital and home settings.
• Act as chaperone when requested and escort women and families between clinical areas as required.
• Undertake newborn blood spot screening when directed and ensure consent is gained from mother prior to the procedure.
• Complete relevant documentation for screening tests and assist with other required tests as directed by the midwife.
• Assist with mobilisation after surgical procedures and remove dressings or cannulas under direction.
• Assist with nutrition and hydration needs of women and support public health information delivery.
• Assist the midwife in delivering care and signpost to local and national services.
• Ensure cleanliness of equipment and prepare birthing environments; maintain stock levels and escalate depletion as needed.

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and his/her manager. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake duties outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If unsure, seek clarification from a more senior member of staff.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

+ Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. + If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, we regret that this usually means your application was not successful. + In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post. + During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided. + Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.