Health Care Assistant - Obs & Gynae

Job overview

Part Time Post Available - 22.5 hours

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our dynamic team of Midwifery and Medical Staff in Ormskirk Hospital Maternity Department.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for dedicated Maternity Support Workers to join our hard-working multi-disciplinary team within maternity service, in its deliverance of high quality care to our patients and their families.

The post holder will be working as part of a team and will work under the direct supervision of a midwife undertaking duties which have been delegated to them by the Midwife The post holder will always act within the limits of their competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if unsure.

The post holder will assist in providing 5 star patient care and support to antenatal/postnatal women and their babies, feeding support and advice, maintenance of essential equipment, stock levels and maintaining a comfortable environment.

The post holder must be flexible, as you will be expected to work flexible shifts, days & nights.

An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults and Children is required for this post.

Main duties of the job

Communicate effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, keeping information confidential

Instigate emergency procedures

Participate in maintaining the general personal hygiene needs of women where

required; this includes toileting, bed bathing and oral hygiene.

Following BFI training be pro-active in supporting women to breast feed their babies and give them the advice and assistance they require according BFI (baby friendly initiative) and trust guidelines reporting any concerns to the Registered Midwife.

To act as a chaperone as required

Undertake household support tasks for example bed making, giving out meals, damp dusting, collecting and taking items to lab etc

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Advertising Date: 19th May 2026

Closing Date: 28th May 2026

Shortlisting Date: 29th May 2026

Proposed Interview date: 3rd June 2026

Please note this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications is reached.