Job summary Maternity Support Worker Department: Maternity Band: 3, £24,071 - £25,674 Per annum, pro rata if part time Hours: Full time 37.5 per week, Part time 22.25 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust: We Care, We Communicate, We Collaborate and We Contribute. Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news. We are proud to offer the opportunity to work in a progressive environment where we are committed to an ambitious transformation of our maternity services.Are you interested in working in a dynamic and friendly maternity service? We are seeking caring, enthusiastic and highly motivated maternity support workers to join us. We are proud to offer the opportunity to work in a progressive environment where we are committed to an ambitious transformation of our maternity services and delivering national objectives, including those set out in Better Births. Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. Interview: 21 March 2025 Main duties of the job We offer a robust induction programme and provide professional development opportunities for all staff. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, and you must be dedicated to provide a high standard of care. You will have a flexible attitude to work and be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be working a combination of shifts throughout a 24-hour service across the service. Please note this vacancy works shifts. Staff are expected to be able to work all shifts. We are supportive of Flexible Working and appreciate the importance of ensuring that your successful career is complemented by a work/home life balance. We are excited to watch the development of our Women and Children's Hospital due to commence 2025. We are supportive of flexible working and appreciate the importance of ensuring that your successful career is complimented by a work/home life balance. Milton Keynes University Hospital recognises the positive value of diversity and inclusion, and we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. About us NHS Staff Survey: A notable 63% of nursing and midwifery staff express they find opportunities to develop their career at MKUH.. You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including: Free on-site parking Free tea and coffee Great flexible workingopportunities Discounted gym membership Lease car scheme Generous annual leave and pension scheme On site nursery (chargeable) Extensive staff health and well-being programme Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year Per annum, pro rata if part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 430-WC1032A-B3 Job locations W73023 Labour Ward/Maternity Triage (Dept) Milton Keynes Hospital, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes MK6 5LD Job description Job responsibilities Arrange and process microbiological specimens. Obtain capillary blood sample for glucose analysis, in line with Trust policy and guidelines. Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months. Job description Job responsibilities Arrange and process microbiological specimens. Obtain capillary blood sample for glucose analysis, in line with Trust policy and guidelines. Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months. Person Specification Qualifications and knowledge Essential 5 GCSE's or equivalent qualification Care Certificate or commitment to complete Level 3 Apprenticeship in Healthcare or equivalent level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject Computer skills Basic understanding of the Data Protection Act Understanding of the need for confidentiality Understanding of the need for patient focused care Understanding of the need for safeguarding adults and children Understanding of the job role within maternity services. Experience Essential Evidences values associated with NHS constitution and commitment to role development Experience working with the public and customer care skills Desirable Previous clinical experience within health and social care setting relevant to role Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Skills Essential Able to work independently and as part of a team Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty Computer skills including Excel and Microsoft Able to organise own workload Able to use initiative Able to work in a calm manner in a pressured environment Able to work within a diverse team Able to work under supervision Able to recognise when to escalate to a senior member of staff Personal and people development Essential Evidence of continuous Professional Development Willingness to learn Recognises own limitations Commitment to undertake any necessary training Communication Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Person Specification Qualifications and knowledge Essential 5 GCSE's or equivalent qualification Care Certificate or commitment to complete Level 3 Apprenticeship in Healthcare or equivalent level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject Computer skills Basic understanding of the Data Protection Act Understanding of the need for confidentiality Understanding of the need for patient focused care Understanding of the need for safeguarding adults and children Understanding of the job role within maternity services. Experience Essential Evidences values associated with NHS constitution and commitment to role development Experience working with the public and customer care skills Desirable Previous clinical experience within health and social care setting relevant to role Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Skills Essential Able to work independently and as part of a team Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty Computer skills including Excel and Microsoft Able to organise own workload Able to use initiative Able to work in a calm manner in a pressured environment Able to work within a diverse team Able to work under supervision Able to recognise when to escalate to a senior member of staff Personal and people development Essential Evidence of continuous Professional Development Willingness to learn Recognises own limitations Commitment to undertake any necessary training Communication Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address W73023 Labour Ward/Maternity Triage (Dept) Milton Keynes Hospital, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes MK6 5LD Employer's website https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)