Course Title: Helper2026/21 Dorset
Number of places available: 12
Course start date: 12th January 2026
Course end date: 6th April 2026
Day and time of sessions: Wednesdays 10am-12pm
Assignments to be completed by: 4th June 2026
Course venue: Online via Teams
Closing date for applications: 18th November 2025
Proposed interview date (if applicable): Informal discussion to take place online, Wednesday 3rd December at 10am
DBS/PVG required: Yes (BfN will arrange this at no cost to volunteers)
Course information: We are training a cohort of Breastfeeding Network peer support volunteers to support families across Dorset and BCP, at Family Hubs and community venues.
We are looking for volunteers who can commit to the following groups/venues as a priority:
- Wareham on Monday mornings
- Weymouth on Monday mornings
- Bridport on Thursday mornings
- Sherborne on Tuesday morning
Other areas will be considered, please see our full list of groups on our Facebook page: facebook.com/bfndorset
Following completion of the training and registration with the Breastfeeding Network, volunteers will be expected to commit to regular volunteering for a period of at least one year.
How to apply:
If you are interested in being considered for this role please complete the online application form found at the link below.
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.