Course Title: Helper2026/43 DiBM Helpers
Number of places available: 12
Course start date: 8th September 2026
Course end date:15th December 2026
Day and time of sessions: Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm, dates are listed below
08/09/2026
15/9/26
22/9/26
29/9/26
6/10/26
13/10/26
20/10/26
HALF TERM
3/11/26
10/11/26
17/11/26
24/11/26
1/12/26
Assignments to be completed by: 8th December 2026
Course venue: Online via Zoom
Closing date for applications: 9th June 2026
Proposed interview date (if applicable): 22nd June 2026
DBS/PVG required: Yes (BfN will arrange this at no cost to volunteers)
Course information: We are looking for pharmacists who have lived experience of breastfeeding to volunteer for our Drugs In Breastmilk Information Service.
Our service is delivered by pharmacists who are all trained as breastfeeding peer supporters and answer questions via email and social media on medication and breastfeeding compatibility.
You’ll be joining a committed and supportive team working to provide this unique and essential service for families. Please note, the training course is in Breastfeeding Peer Support. You will then be inducted into the Drugs in Breastmilk service.
The role itself is remote, as is the recruitment process.
If you need any adjustments or assistance, please let us know
Informal enquiries are welcome to Hester Schofield- hester.schofield@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
Should applications exceed available spaces, we will prioritise shortlisting those within underrepresented groups. We are particularly keen to increase our Welsh representation.
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.