Mother And Baby Hospital Support - Support Worker

Prospero Health & Social Care - Leeds; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for experienced staff to support mothers and babies in hospitals in the Wakefield area. This role requires a can-do attitude, 12 months experience in health and social care, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, apply for this rewarding opportunity to join a supportive team.

Benefits

Excellent rate of pay

Development opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• 12 months paid experience in health and social care sector.
• Experience in support worker or youth work role.
• Social Care registered.

Responsibilities

• Support mother and baby care in hospital settings.
• Monitor personal care for babies.
• Take and maintain notes and assist with supervision.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

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 Wakefield area. We seek staff with a can-do attitude who are willing to go above and beyond for the children in their care.

Responsibilities

• Support mother and baby care in hospital settings ( Wakefield area ).
• Monitor and ensure proper provision of personal care for babies while on duty (note: you will not be providing personal care to babies).
• Take and maintain notes; assist with supervision as required.
• Maintain flexible availability, including weekends and night shifts when required.
• Travel flexibility as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• 12 months paid experience within the health and social care sector.
• Previous experience in a support worker or youth work role is essential; experience with babies is a plus.
• 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.
• Driving Licence (preferred).

Experience

• Children and Young People Support: 1 year (required).

Work Location

In person

Why apply?

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

Additional notes

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.