Fetal Medicine Maternity Care Assistant

Job overview

This post attracts individuals who are new to care. You will receive support to complete the Band 3 competencies and progress into a Band 3 role within 6 months upon successful completion of all required competencies; until then, you will be placed at a Band 2 salary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Maternity Care Assistant to join the Fetal Medicine Unit at Newham University Hospital.

The post holder will support the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of high-quality, safe, and compassionate care to women and families accessing specialist Fetal Medicine services. Working under the supervision of registered midwives and Consultant Doctors and Fellows, the Maternity Care Assistant will contribute to the smooth running of the service, ensuring that patients receive a professional and supportive experience throughout their care pathway.

The role requires a flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to prioritise workload, work both independently and as part of a team, and respond appropriately to the needs of women receiving care within what can often be a complex and emotionally sensitive environment.

Main duties of the job

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachments.