Vacancy Reference: BfN2025/55
Job Title: Peer supporter (Midlothian)
Salary: £12 per hour
Number of Posts: 1
Type of Contract: Fixed Term until 30/09/2025
Start Date: 01/12/2024
Hours of Work: 6 per week
Working Pattern: Hours to be worked over 2 days, Monday – Thursday in working hours. Also to provide a Saturday Bump Buddy Session once a month.
Work Location: Home and Local Area
Responsible to: Coordinator
Closing Date: 05/11/2024
Proposed Interview Date w/b 18/11/2024:
Job Information: To set up and run monthly antenatal “Bump Buddy“ sessions, giving information about breastfeeding and infant feeding as well as local support. Volunteers will also be involved in running the antenatal sessions, when available. The sessions will prioritise those living in the Mayfield area of Midlothian but will be open to all living in Midlothian, where space allows. Bump Buddy sessions will encourage mums to attend along with their partner or other support person. The role will also and to also provide 1:1 phone, text and video call peer support with breastfeeding. Mums will be able to register for support during the antenatal period or once their baby has arrived. The peer supporter will then provide weekly 1:1 calls for the first 3-4 weeks after birth as well as the option of an antenatal call where requested. The support offered is a blended model of calls, texts and video calls tailored to the needs of each individual.
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.
If you have any questions about the job roles or the application process, please email recruitment@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk or phone our HR team on 0844 412 0995