Course Title: Helper2026/38 Shropshire
Number of places available: 12
Course start date: 8th June 2026
Course end date: 28th September 2026
Day and time of sessions: Monday mornings, 9.30-11.30am
Assignments to be completed by: 5th October 2026
Course venue: Online – zoom
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 12th May 2026
Proposed interview date (if applicable): Monday 18th May at either 9.30am or Tuesday 19th May at 1pm. We expect this session to last approx. 1 hour. Please state on your application which time slot you would prefer. If you can’t make these dates, please note this in your application so we are aware and can make other arrangements to speak with you.
DBS/PVG required: Yes (BfN will arrange this at no cost to volunteers)
Course information:
We are delighted to have joined with Oswestry Community Action (Qube) to offer training for volunteers who will run breastfeeding peer support groups across Shropshire. Places on the course will be allocated to people who live in Shropshire (excluding Telford & Wrekin) and who are able to volunteer in Shropshire regularly. Whilst groups currently run in Ludlow (Tuesday mornings), Shrewsbury (Monday mornings) and Oswestry (Wednesday mornings), further areas may be considered to expand the service. There are also opportunities to volunteer within the community at established groups and drop-in services.
NOTE: If you live in Telford, please see our dedicated service details here for more information about peer support in Telford & Wrekin https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/project/telfordandwrekin/
You may find it helpful to visit a group before applying to help you understand more about the work our volunteers do, but this is not a formal pre-requisite. More info about groups can be found here: https://qube-oca.org.uk/infant-feeding-peer-support-service/
On successful completion of the course, you will gain a level 2 Open College Network qualification & become a registered Breastfeeding Network Volunteer.
There are no qualifications needed to apply, you just need to have experience of breastfeeding/ chest feeding your baby/babies, this can include pumping.
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.