Maternity Support Worker - ANTENATAL CLINIC in Darlington inDarlington PUBLISHED FRI 6 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 3: £24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
BLOOD PRESSURE FAMILY MATERNITY MIDWIFERY NHS VENEPUNCTURE
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As a Maternity Support Worker in our Antenatal Clinic at County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, based in Darlington, you'll play a crucial role in nurturing and supporting women, birthing people, and their families through the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and postnatal care. This rewarding position offers the chance to provide hands-on care, including infant feeding support, health promotion, and parent education alongside our dedicated midwifery team. If you're enthusiastic, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you. Practical skills such as taking manual blood pressures and venepuncture are highly desirable, but more importantly, you should be a good team player with a kind, approachable nature and keen to develop further within the public health agenda.
At CDDFT, we believe in nurturing the growth of our staff alongside the families we support, offering abundant opportunities for personal and professional development. If you have a knack for administrative tasks and computer skills, you'll find the right balance between clinical and administrative duties as you help our maternity team run smoothly and efficiently. Embrace this chance to become an integral part of our maternity family, supported by a team committed to quality care and continuous improvement. The journey with us holds many fulfilling prospects and we're excited to welcome someone as committed as you. To apply, simply click the "Apply Now" button on jobsincare.com, where you can easily find more details and submit your application.
At CDDFT, we believe in nurturing the growth of our staff alongside the families we support, offering abundant opportunities for personal and professional development. If you have a knack for administrative tasks and computer skills, you'll find the right balance between clinical and administrative duties as you help our maternity team run smoothly and efficiently. Embrace this chance to become an integral part of our maternity family, supported by a team committed to quality care and continuous improvement. The journey with us holds many fulfilling prospects and we're excited to welcome someone as committed as you. To apply, simply click the "Apply Now" button on jobsincare.com, where you can easily find more details and submit your application.
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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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