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Reference: 259-8107722WXH-C
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a support worker to join the Ruby Team at Whipps Cross Hospital
We are looking for someone who is Enthusiastic, Dynamic and Reliablewho is passionate about creating excellent birthing experiences for women and families with complex social factors .
The successful candidate will work collaboratively within the MDT, to support women and their families throughout their journey.The Ruby Team Caseloads and provides Midwifery Care to women who experience Moderate to Severe Mental Health Issues, Victims of Domestic Abuse, Teenage Pregnancies, Learning Disabilities, Asylum Seekers with no support, Substance Misuse, Complex Safeguarding Issues etc.
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Main duties of the job
- The post holder will support the Ruby Team providing safe care in the community and hospital settings. You will support our most vulnerable families and women within these teams
- . In addition, you will assist the midwifery staff to undertake assigned tasks and take appropriate interventions for women and their babies with minimal support but under direction of the midwife.
- The post holder will be responsible for liaising with external providers and stakeholders to develop and accumulate an effective system to enable the collection of reportable data
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£33,262 to £36,027 a year per annum inc
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
259-8107722WXH-C
Job locations
Whipps Cross University Hospital
London
E11 1NR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job 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 attachment/s below.
Job description
Job 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 attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of 2 A Levels or Equivalent clinical experience within maternity services
- NVQ level 3 or Equivalent (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a healthcare support worker
- Ability to escalate any safeguarding concerns
Desirable
- Previous experience working within a community setting and with vulnerable families.
Skills
Essential
- Competent IT Skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to liaise effectively with stakeholders.
- Courteous manner
- Legible handwriting
- Ability to monitor and record mother and baby's observations and escalate abnormal results to midwife.
- Phlebotomy and blood spot screening
- Able to recognise own limitations and refer appropriately
Desirable
- Experience related to child protection
Personal and people development
Essential
- Well groomed, adheres to uniform policy while working
- Ability to work within a team Motivated to develop self and others
- Provide leadership to junior colleagues
Communication
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication at all levels
- Ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team
- A sound understanding of confidentiality
- Good organisational skill
Specific requirements
Essential
- The post holder may be required to work shifts, weekends and/or flexible hours
- Perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of 2 A Levels or Equivalent clinical experience within maternity services
- NVQ level 3 or Equivalent (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a healthcare support worker
- Ability to escalate any safeguarding concerns
Desirable
- Previous experience working within a community setting and with vulnerable families.
Skills
Essential
- Competent IT Skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to liaise effectively with stakeholders.
- Courteous manner
- Legible handwriting
- Ability to monitor and record mother and baby's observations and escalate abnormal results to midwife.
- Phlebotomy and blood spot screening
- Able to recognise own limitations and refer appropriately
Desirable
- Experience related to child protection
Personal and people development
Essential
- Well groomed, adheres to uniform policy while working
- Ability to work within a team Motivated to develop self and others
- Provide leadership to junior colleagues
Communication
Essential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication at all levels
- Ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team
- A sound understanding of confidentiality
- Good organisational skill
Specific requirements
Essential
- The post holder may be required to work shifts, weekends and/or flexible hours
- Perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
Whipps Cross University Hospital
London
E11 1NR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
Whipps Cross University Hospital
London
E11 1NR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)