Description
We are seeking an Infant Feeding Practitioner to work part-time for 15 hours per week in the Public Health Nursing service. You will actively promote breastfeeding in the Borough of Greenwich, offer one-to-one and group Infant Feeding support, and assist in meeting the physical, psychological, and social needs of parents/carers/families.
Key responsibilities include:
- Deliver antenatal education, targeting hard-to-reach areas
- Work within the Family Hubs programme and with local partners
- Upskill current workforce in the role of Infant Feeding
- Support the PHCN service to deliver services to UNICEF Baby Friendly Standards
The successful candidate will have experience working in an NHS or similar environment, and experience of supporting pregnant and breastfeeding service users.
We offer a competitive salary of £29,651 - £31,312 per annum pro rata, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, and access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Essential skills and qualifications include:
- Effective IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Competent in mobile working, including use of tablet, laptop, smartphone
- Demonstrable understanding of infant feeding practice and best practice standards (UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative)
- Sound understanding of scope of practice and escalation/referral
- Good presentation skills, with the ability to present effectively to diverse groups/individuals with tact and sensitivity