Mother And Baby Hospital Support - Support Worker

Prospero Health & Social Care - Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Leeds is seeking experienced staff to support mothers and babies in hospital settings. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of experience in health and social care, a flexible approach to work, and a commitment to helping vulnerable people. This role offers flexible working patterns and the chance to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives.

Benefits

Excellent rate of pay

Development opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• 12 months paid experience within the health and social care sector.
• Experience in a support role is essential; experience with babies is a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Support mothers and babies in hospital settings.
• Ensure personal care for babies is provided properly.
• Take notes and supervise care while on duty.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in children and young people

Job description

Overview

Prospero Health and Social Care is currently recruiting experienced staff to support mother and babies in hospitals in the Leeds area.

Responsibilities

• Support mothers and babies in hospital settings in the Leeds area with a can-do attitude and willingness to go above and beyond for the children in their care.
• Ensure that personal care for babies is provided properly while on duty (you will not be providing personal care to babies).

Requirements

• 12 months paid experience within the health and social care sector
• Previous experience in a support worker, youth work is essential – experience with babies is a plus
• Flexible around travel arrangements
• Able to work flexibly, including weekends and night shifts when required (good availability)
• Resilient and empathetic, with a strong commitment to helping vulnerable people
• NVQ Level 3 in children and young people (desirable but not essential)
• Social Care registered

Experience

• Children and Young People Support: 1 year (required)
• Experience with personal care for babies (you will not be providing personal care to babies, however you will need to make sure it is being provided properly while you are on duty)
• Previous experience in notes taking and supervision

Licence/Certification

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location

In person

Why apply?

• Excellent rate of pay
• A rewarding role where you’ll make a genuine difference to young people
• Flexible working patterns to suit a balanced lifestyle
• Join a passionate, supportive team with development opportunities

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a meaningful difference in children’s lives, we encourage you to apply. We are not currently offering full time positions – please apply if you are looking for flexible work.