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SalaryThe Infant Feeding Peer Supporter will work as part of the 0-19 Children's Health Team. Peer supporters offer advice to breastfeeding mothers, addressing their concerns and answering questions, providing support and encouragement to help successful feeding. They will also facilitate group sessions, creating safe spaces for sharing experiences and learning from others.
The role also includes educating families on breastfeeding techniques, positioning , and the benefits of breastfeeding. They will collaborate with local professionals from Family Hubs, Children's Centres and health colleagues to raise awareness with regard to breast feeding.
Infant Feeding Peer Support
Are you passionate about breastfeeding and dedicated to supporting families during their early parenting journey. If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Lincolnshire team as a breastfeeding Peer supporter.
In Lincolnshire we are committed to supporting families on their breastfeeding journey by offering compassionate care, education and guidance to parents to ensure they have the knowledge and confidence to nourish their infants through breastfeeding.
As an Infant feeding Peer support worker you will play a crucial role in promoting and supporting breastfeeding within our community alongside the Health Visiting teams. You will work closely with families to provide practical assistance, emotional support and evidenced based information. Your role will contribute to the overall health and well-being of both mothers and babies and provide added support to families to successfully breastfeed.
You will need to have a passion for and experience in supporting breastfeeding. A recognised qualification in breastfeeding is desirable but not essential. Flexibility to work varying hours and be enthusiastic about making a positive impact on families.
If you require any further information please contact- Locality Health Manager Ali Sharp 07741605799 alison.sharp@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Locality Health Manager Lyndsay Bushnell 07741605900 lyndsay.bushnell@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Interviews will be held on 26th March
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
