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Job OverviewUniversity Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for detailed job description of the role.Main duties of the jobUHS Maternity Services have an opportunity for a maternity support worker to join our Continuity of Carer NEST team. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and committed to working in partnership with women, birthing people, babies and families. You will work alongside and independently to the NEST midwifery teams and will be an advocate for supporting choice and high quality, evidence-based care.Working for our organisationUniversity Hospital Southampton is one of England’s largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesThe Maternity Service provides maternity support workers with a privileged opportunity to work with NEST midwives caring for women, birthing people, babies and families who require additional support.The post holder will assist and deliver care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postnatal periods, providing physical, psychological and emotional care and support, within the remit of the role.We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible individual who works well in a high-pressured environment and has recent experience of a hospital or community healthcare setting. The role will include weekday and weekend shifts. The ability to work in a team, engaging and communicating well with others is essential. We are looking for an individual who has a keen interest in developing their knowledge and skills around safeguarding and mental health.A testimony statement from one of our NEST Maternity Support Workers:I started working with the caseloading midwifery teams in 2008. I absolutely love the diversity and challenges we can face on a day-to-day basis; it makes work interesting, and no two days are the same. Knowing you are making a difference in these families lives is really empowering and gives amazing job satisfaction. As well as being an advocate for personalised care you get to support women and birthing people during their pregnancy and postnatal journey. The whole team has been so supportive of my career progression and I am excited to see where this opportunity takes me.Person specificationQualifications, Knowledge And ExperienceEssential criteriaRecent experience as a carer in a healthcare settingLevel 3 qualification in healthcare, e.g. NVQ, Diploma or equivalentNumeracy and literacy skills at level 2 (GCSE grade C/4 or above) or equivalent as a minimum standardPrevious experience in a hospital or community medical settingAble to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protectionSelf-motivated and, conscientiousAware of personal limitationsWilling to engage with and learn from peersDesirable criteriaProficient in phlebotomy with recent experienceCare Certificate qualification or commitment to undertakingCommitment to undertaking additional training corresponding to specialityExperience of a maternity service or similarEvidence of continuous professional developmentTrust ValuesEssential criteriaPatient FirstWorking TogetherAlways Improving
