Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments. We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families. Liverpool Women’s has an excellent reputation and is a centre of excellence. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career for many years to come. We invite you to review why Liverpool Women's Hospital is a great place to work: https://vimeo.com/556197652 We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role. Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Infant Feeding Team at Liverpool Women’s Hospital as a Band 3 Infant Feeding Support Worker. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support families at a crucial time and to be part of a passionate, multi‑professional team delivering high‑quality, compassionate infant‑feeding care. The post holder will support the provision of a family‑centred maternity service, helping to ensure optimal care for pregnant people, women, their babies, and their families. Working closely with the Infant Feeding Team as well as midwifery and neonatal teams and external partner agencies, you will play a key role in promoting and supporting infant feeding across the Trust. You will provide high‑quality, caring, and compassionate support under the direction, though not direct supervision, of registered professionals within the team. This includes offering practical and emotional support to families, contributing to education and promotion of infant feeding, and supporting the wider maternity and neonatal services in line with Trust values and standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a caring nature, strong communication skills, and an interest in infant feeding and maternity care, who is keen to develop their experience within a specialist service. Advert The Maternity Support Worker (MSW) will undertake high‑quality, caring, and compassionate personal care and associated duties under the direction, though not direct supervision, of a registered professional. The post holder will work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, supporting the delivery of safe and effective maternity care. The primary role of the MSW is to assist, support, and work collaboratively with the midwife and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide a safe, holistic, and woman‑centred approach to care for women, their babies, and families. The midwife is ultimately responsible and accountable for the care of the mother and her new‑born(s). Under the direction of the midwife or Registered Nurse (RN), and following completion of relevant training and competency assessment, the MSW will assist with and provide appropriate care activities in line with Trust policies, professional standards, and service protocols. Working for our organisation Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments. We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families. For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page. UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine your eligibility for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role. https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job Detailed job description and main responsibilities Providing practical and emotional support to women and families with infant feeding, in line with individual feeding choices and plans Supporting breastfeeding, expressing, formula feeding, and responsive feeding practices in accordance with Trust guidelines Promoting positive infant‑feeding experiences and supporting bonding and attachment between parents and babies Reinforcing infant‑feeding information and care plans agreed by registered professionals Identifying and reporting any concerns or deviations from expected progress to the midwife or registered professional promptly Maintaining accurate documentation of care provided in line with Trust policy and professional standards Posts advertised to ‘internal staff’ are open to employees of hospitals within University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and you should confirm your employment within your application form. Note: U nder current Home Office Immigration Rules we are currently unable to offer right to work visa sponsorship for Band 2 and 3 roles with a salary of less than £25,000 pa as they do not meet the UK Visas & Immigration criteria. Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust has a responsibility and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm. Every employee of the Trust has a responsibility and is duty bound always to act in the best interest of a child or adult about whom we may have concerns. Trust policy requires the cost of DBS applications be recovered via salary. The amount of £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 0(enhanced) will be deducted from salary, in manageable monthly instalments for up to 3 months following commencement in post. The Trust is committed to creating a well-managed,flexible working environment that supports staff & promotes welfare & development. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity;we value the contribution of individual talent, skills, knowledge and experience and aim for a workforce demography representative of the local community.We operate Zero Tolerance to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment.We will make reasonable adjustments to ensure our recruitment & selection process is accessible to all.Flexible Working applications will be considered. If you are disabled and have special support needs in applying for a job, attending for an interview or in undertaking any tests as part of a selection process, please contact the Trust’s recruitment team on 0151 7064666 and someone from that team will ensure that the recruiting manager is aware of your particular needs. Please Note: new entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the first paypoint of the relevant band. LWH has a responsibility & is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children, young people & vulnerable adults & for ensuring that they are protected from harm. Every employee of the Trust has a responsibility & is duty bound always to act in the best interest of a child or adult about whom we may have concerns. Liverpool Women’s Hospital is committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. To this end, we particularly welcome applicants from racially minoritised backgrounds, who have a disability, or are members of the Armed Forces, Reservists or Veterans.