Identify possible BfN volunteers and talk to them about training to be a BfN Helper. Undertake further training as required. Abide by all BfN policies. Participate in annual individual Performance Reviews. Work as an effective team member with other colleagues both paid and – voluntary, and take part in team meetings. Provide support to local voluntary Peer Supporters by way of mentoring. Peer Supporter Person Specification Please refer to this document carefully when completing your application form and preparing for your interview. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria marked on your application form. ‘A’ Requirements Essential Desirable To be tested Qualifications AI Breastfeeding Helper Registration with The √ Breastfeeding Network (BfN) Breastfeeding Supporter Registration with the BfN for AI √ √ or be currently in training to become a community Breastfeeding Supporter, or be prepared to sign roles up to the next Breastfeeding Supporter training course. Experience of working as a volunteer with BfN AI √ offering breastfeeding support to mothers Show evidence of continued professional AI √ development since qualification Good general secondary education AI √ Experience and Knowledge Experience of supporting mothers face to face AI √ with breastfeeding Experience of working in a health or community AI √ setting in paid or volunteer capacity Experience of home visiting to support mothers AI √ Experience of working with diverse ethnic and AI √ social groups
Identify possible BfN volunteers and talk to them about training to be a BfN Helper. Undertake further training as required. Abide by all BfN policies. Participate in annual individual Performance Reviews. Work as an effective team member with other colleagues – both paid and voluntary, and take part in team meetings. Provide support to local voluntary Peer Supporters by way of mentoring. Peer Supporter Person Specification Please refer to this document carefully when completing your application form and preparing for your interview. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria marked ‘A’ on your application form. Requirements Essential Desirable To be tested Qualifications Breastfeeding Helper Registration with The Breastfeeding Network (BfN) Breastfeeding Supporter Registration with the BfN or be currently in training to become a Breastfeeding Supporter, or be prepared to sign up to the next Breastfeeding Supporter training course. Experience of working as a volunteer with BfN offering breastfeeding support to mothers Show evidence of continued professional development since qualification Good general secondary education √ √ for community roles √ √ √ √ AI AI AI AI AI Experience and Knowledge Experience of supporting mothers face to face with breastfeeding Experience of working in a health or community setting in paid or volunteer capacity Experience of home visiting to support mothers Experience of working with diverse ethnic and social groups √ √ √ √ AI AI AI AI
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