Perinatal Inpatient Nursery Nurse

Train Work Live; Neath; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Swansea Bay University Health Board is seeking a Nursery Nurse (Band 4) to work within the inpatient perinatal mental health unit at Neath. The role focuses on infant care, mother-infant bonding, and contributing to a therapeutic environment.

The post involves 37.5 hours weekly (rotating days/nights) with a pro rata salary of £28,819–£31,626 per annum. Welsh applications are welcome and bilingualism is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of working with mothers experiencing mental illness.
• Knowledge of parenting programmes that are well researched and proven to be effective
• Knowledge and understanding of professional roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and developmental support to infants admitted with their mothers.
• Promote and support secure attachment and responsive parenting.
• Observe and report on infant development and mother-infant interactions.
• Work collaboratively with nursing, medical, psychological, and social care colleagues.
• Contribute to care planning and attend multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Support mothers in developing parenting skills and confidence.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with NHS standards.
• Participate in health promotion and education activities.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

Education

NNEB

CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Swansea Bay University Health Board is seeking a Nursery Nurse (Band 4) to work within the inpatient perinatal mental health unit at Neath. The role focuses on infant care, mother-infant bonding, and contributing to a therapeutic environment.

The post involves 37.5 hours weekly (rotating days/nights) with a pro rata salary of £28,819–£31,626 per annum. Welsh applications are welcome and bilingualism is encouraged.