Maternity Support Worker inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
FRI 10 JAN 2025
Opportunity to make a positive impact on mothers and babies during critical life stages.
Supportive working environment with opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression.
Work alongside a dedicated and compassionate multi-disciplinary team, enhancing teamwork and collaboration skills.
Access to a robust Support Worker Development Programme, with potential to advance to Band 3 roles.
Being part of one of the largest NHS Trusts, providing diverse opportunities and experiences.
Engagement in a digitally enabled organization, contributing to improving patient care and operational effectiveness.
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking dedicated and compassionate Maternity Support Workers to join their team in Manchester. This role involves supporting registered midwives in providing high-quality, patient-focused care to mothers and babies during the antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care needs, offering emotional support to families, and performing delegated duties such as recording observations and breastfeeding support. The position requires effective communication with patients and families and involves a commitment to continuous learning through on-the-job training.
Candidates can be either new to healthcare or experienced Maternity Support Workers, with opportunities for professional development through the Support Worker Development Programme. The Trust emphasises collaborative working and innovation, striving to create a sustainable healthcare system for the community it serves. Applicants will benefit from a supportive environment with equal opportunities for career advancement and a focus on employee well-being.
Candidates can be either new to healthcare or experienced Maternity Support Workers, with opportunities for professional development through the Support Worker Development Programme. The Trust emphasises collaborative working and innovation, striving to create a sustainable healthcare system for the community it serves. Applicants will benefit from a supportive environment with equal opportunities for career advancement and a focus on employee well-being.
We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and compassionate Maternity Support Workers with a passion to be a key part of the patient care journey here at Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). Our Maternity Support Workers take great pride in the essential work we do. That’s because we’re not just helping patients, we’re going the extra mile for them – day in, day out. Our nursing teams are committed to caring for our patients and families, delivering consistent, high quality, patient focused care.
You’ll communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner with patients, relatives, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, working over 5 days Monday-Friday during the outpatient clinic hours of 8am-6pm
Working under the supervision of Registered Midwives and within Trust guidelines and protocols, you’ll assist the Midwifery team in delivering the excellent patient care you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
Working alongside the Midwifery team, you’ll assist in delivering patient focused care to mothers & babies in the Antenatal, Intrapartum & Postpartum periods.
You will support women with personal care needs, including mobilising, toileting, bathing, dressing & providing emotional care & support for families with the care of their baby.
Following on the job training and assessment, you’ll learn how to undertake a range of delegated, duties including undertaking & recording observations, breast feeding support & parent education.
On the Job Training Opportunities
If you are new to working in healthcare, you’ll be supported to develop yourself through our Support Worker Development Programme for Maternity Support Workers. The great news is, the completion of this Programme will give you the opportunity to progress into a Band 3 Maternity Support Worker role.
If you’re an experienced Maternity Support Worker seeking a new opportunity, you’ll undertake a skills analysis to ensure you meet the requirements of the role. If there are gaps in your knowledge, you’ll be supported to access relevant clinical modules to support your progression to a Band 3 post.
Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed & considered.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lucy Farquharson Job title: Antenatal Clinic Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Hanna Critchley
Antenatal Clinic
You’ll communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner with patients, relatives, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, working over 5 days Monday-Friday during the outpatient clinic hours of 8am-6pm
Working under the supervision of Registered Midwives and within Trust guidelines and protocols, you’ll assist the Midwifery team in delivering the excellent patient care you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
Working alongside the Midwifery team, you’ll assist in delivering patient focused care to mothers & babies in the Antenatal, Intrapartum & Postpartum periods.
You will support women with personal care needs, including mobilising, toileting, bathing, dressing & providing emotional care & support for families with the care of their baby.
Following on the job training and assessment, you’ll learn how to undertake a range of delegated, duties including undertaking & recording observations, breast feeding support & parent education.
On the Job Training Opportunities
If you are new to working in healthcare, you’ll be supported to develop yourself through our Support Worker Development Programme for Maternity Support Workers. The great news is, the completion of this Programme will give you the opportunity to progress into a Band 3 Maternity Support Worker role.
If you’re an experienced Maternity Support Worker seeking a new opportunity, you’ll undertake a skills analysis to ensure you meet the requirements of the role. If there are gaps in your knowledge, you’ll be supported to access relevant clinical modules to support your progression to a Band 3 post.
Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed & considered.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lucy Farquharson Job title: Antenatal Clinic Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Hanna Critchley
Antenatal Clinic
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To work as a Maternity Support Worker (MSW) in the UK, you'll need a variety of skills and qualities that support the health and well-being of mothers and their newborns. Here are some key skills and attributes relevant for this role:
1. Communication Skills: You'll need to communicate effectively with mothers, their families, and healthcare professionals. This includes listening, providing information, and offering emotional support.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Being able to understand and share the feelings of mothers and their families is crucial. You will often be supporting individuals during a transformative and sometimes challenging time.
3. Teamwork: You will work alongside midwives, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Being a cooperative team member is vital for providing comprehensive care.
4. Observation Skills: The ability to observe physical and emotional changes in new mothers and their babies is important for identifying potential issues and ensuring appropriate care.
5. Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with maternal and neonatal health, including common conditions, is important. This includes understanding the basics of childbirth, breastfeeding, and newborn care.
6. Organizational Skills: Managing multiple tasks, such as patient care, documentation, and liaising with healthcare professionals, requires good organization and time management skills.
7. Ability to Work Under Pressure: Maternity environments can be unpredictable and sometimes stressful. You should be able to remain calm and focused during urgent situations.
8. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and beliefs is essential in providing holistic care to mothers and families from varying cultures.
9. Physical Stamina: The role can be physically demanding, involving lifting, moving, and being on your feet for extended periods.
10. Training and Qualifications: While formal qualifications are not always a requirement, completing a relevant level 2 or 3 qualification in health and social care, or a specific maternity support qualification, can be beneficial. Some roles may require previous experience in a healthcare setting.
11. Confidentiality and Professionalism: Maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to professional standards are crucial in establishing trust and a safe environment for care.
12. Knowledge of Health Promotion: Understanding and promoting healthy practices related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care is important for supporting mothers in making informed choices.
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