Vacancy Reference: BfN2027/25
Job Title: Peer Supporter (Isle of Wight)
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Number of Posts: 1
Type of Contract: Fixed term until 31/03/2027
Start Date: 9th November 2026
Hours of Work: 12 per week
Working Pattern: 12 hours to be worked over a minimum of 2 days a week. There may be some evening/weekend work on occasion as agreed in advance between Peer Supporter and Service Manager.
Work Location: Home and Isle of Wight
Responsible to: Service Manager
Closing Date: 06/10/2026
Proposed Interview Date: 15th October 2026 via Teams
Job Information: The Breastfeeding Network (BfN) is commissioned by Public Health Isle of Wight to: · Support the transition of the Breastfeeding Friendly Scheme to a self-sign-up process, by creating an online training video. · Support Public Health to increase breastfeeding rates in marginalised communities, focusing on mothers aged 25 and under and those from areas of higher deprivation (economic range to be set by Public Health). The Peer Supporter role involves working closely with Public Health and the BfN Service Manager to ensure the smooth handover of the Breastfeeding Friendly Scheme and also working with Public Health, the local BfN team and partners from the health and voluntary sectors to ensure breastfeeding support and information is available to those identified as being part of the marginalised communities. Please read the Job Description for more details on the role.
How to apply:
If you are interested in being considered for this position please complete an application form and send this as a word document to recruitment@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk.
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