Job Description

The closing date is 16th Jul 2025

Job summary

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We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Maternity Support Worker (MSW) to join our dynamic maternity team at Musgrove Park Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality, safe, and personalised care to women, their babies, and families within a hospital ward-based setting. You will work collaboratively under the direction of registered midwives as part of a multidisciplinary team.


As a Maternity Support Worker, you will play a key role in assisting with the planning, implementation and evaluation of maternity care under minimal supervision. You will work flexibly across a range of shifts, including weekends and nights, to ensure the needs of our women and babies are met.


We are looking for an individual who is passionate about women-centred care and who is committed to delivering compassionate, respectful, and high-quality maternity services.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Provide direct care and support to women, their partners and babies across various maternity wards Carry out delegated clinical tasks including maternal and neonatal observations, venepuncture, urinalysis, and assisting with feeding and hygiene Support with admissions, discharges, and general ward duties such as stock management and clerical tasks Promote infant feeding, breastfeeding support, and parental education Work in close collaboration with midwives, doctors, neonatal staff and other healthcare professionals Maintain accurate and confidential documentation and data entry on maternity IT systems Participate in health promotion activities including smoking cessation and newborn safety Provide emotional support, reassurance, and advocacy for women and families

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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Your responsibilities will include both clinical and administrative tasks such as taking vital signs, assisting with wound care, obtaining diagnostic specimens, supporting feeding choices, and ensuring the smooth running of ward areas. You'll be expected to demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal and time-management skills, with the ability to adapt to the emotional and physical demands of a maternity setting.


You'll also have a role in mentoring junior support workers and student midwives, helping to foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented working environment. A commitment to safeguarding, infection control, and health and safety protocols is essential.


For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

GCSE Maths and English or Functional Skills Maths and English, level 1 or equivalent NVQ3 in Healthcare,

OR

, prepared to undertake a level 3 NVQ in Healthcare and complete within 1 year (to achieve KSF Foundation Gateway)



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Desirable

Basic life support training Training in breastfeeding support

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Experience

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Desirable

Previous experience in Maternity care environment Previous experience in a healthcare environment



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Additional Criteria

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Essential

Access to a means of travel to work Able to prioritise and organise work. Able to work under instruction and as part of a team. Able to work under pressure.

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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.


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For help with your application, contact:

Ian Jones


ian.jones@somersetft.nhs.uk


01823343168


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Pay scheme

Agenda for Change


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Band

Band 3


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Salary

24937.00 to 26598.00 Yearly
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Contract

Fixed Term


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Duration

6 Month(s)


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Working pattern

Part-Time, Full-Time


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Reference number

184-OL-GR-2858


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Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA