Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Infant Feeding Support Worker to join the Infant Feeding Team at Liverpool Women’s Hospital.
This role involves supporting mums/birthing people throughout the hospital, assisting breastfeeding classes, and implementing Baby Friendly Initiative standards. You’ll work closely under the supervision of the Infant Feeding Lead Midwife.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and support infant feeding aligned with UK Baby Friendly standards.
- Empower women in breastfeeding techniques and milk production maintenance.
- Assist in direct and indirect infant feeding care and development initiatives.
- Participate in audits and provide feedback on infant feeding practices.
- Respond to enquiries and escalate when necessary.
- Deliver specialist support (e.g., tongue-tie issues) with appropriate training.
- Support training for multi-disciplinary team members.
About Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool Women’s NHS FT is part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG).
Each year, we:
- Deliver ~7,500 babies
- Perform ~50,000 gynaecological procedures
- Care for 1,000+ premature or unwell newborns
- Conduct ~1,000 IVF cycles and 4,000+ genetic appointments
We are proud to be one of Europe’s leading specialist health providers for women, babies, and families.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
- Prepared to undertake personal development and training
- Understands confidentiality
- Competent IT skills
- Able to plan and organise own workload
Qualifications & Learning
- Good basic education
- Completed 2-day BFI breastfeeding course
Experience
- Experience in a similar caring role
- Worked with breastfeeding mothers
- Clerical/data input experience
- Desirable: NHS or team experience
Additional Information
- Contract: Permanent
- Grade: Band 2
- Working Hours: 30 hours/week
- Salary: £24,169 per annum
- Location: Liverpool Women’s Hospital, Liverpool
We promote equality, diversity, and a flexible working environment. Safeguarding is a top priority.
Application process
Submit your application before 10 June 2025 at 23:59.
Don’t delay—applications may close early if sufficient interest is received.
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