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Home » Helper 2026/03 Islington

Helper 2026/03 Islington

Course Title: Helper2026/03 Islington

Number of places available: 12

Course start date: 11th September 2025

Course end date: 11th December 2025

Day and time of sessions: Thursday’s 12-2pm

Assignments to be completed by: 11th December 2025

Course venue: Paradise Park Children’s Centre, 164 Mackenzie Rd, London N7 8SE

Closing date for applications: 22nd July 2025

Proposed interview date (if applicable): Wednesday  6th / Thursday 7th August – either online or at Bingfield Primary Care Centre

DBS/PVG required: Yes (BfN will arrange this at no cost to volunteers)

Course information: We welcome applications from local women of all ages who represent the diversity of the borough. Childcare is not included currently but if needed we can discuss possible provision/funding of childcare costs.

Volunteering at community groups across the borough as well as the postnatal ward at UCLH and Whittington hospitals. Opportunities weekdays and weekends.

Session dates will be as follows. Thursdays 12-2pm. Dates below.

11th Sept

18th Sept

25th Sept

2nd Oct

BREAK

16th Oct

23rd Oct

HALF TERM BREAK

6th Nov

13th Nov

20th Nov

27th Nov

4th Dec

11th Dec

How to apply:
If you are interested in being considered for this role please complete the online application form found at the link below.

  • Application Form
  • Role Description

If you have any questions about the course, voluntary role or application process, please email training@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk or telephone our HR Advisor on 0844 412 0995.

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