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Job Provider

National Childbirth Trust

Job Provider Description

NCT's charitable mission dates back over 65 years. We have a proud history of supporting parents through all stages of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. Specifically in relation to infant feeding, we have a strong and vibrant network of Breastfeeding Counsellors and peer supporters throughout the UK helping parents to navigate the challenges of all types of infant feeding. We provide evidence-based information to parents and support their decisions on infant feeding in a non-biased, inclusive way. Our For Every Parent strategy details our vision, mission, values and pillars that drive our work.

Job summary

What’s involved?
• Planning and leading one of our local activities or services to support parents
• Advertising your group or event via social media and other platforms
• Attracting and welcoming helpers for your activity
• Following NCT guidance to ensure all events are welcoming, inclusive and safe
• Collecting and sharing information about the difference you make to parents
• Promoting NCT’s values and vision in your local community

Job Location

Hartlepool

Contact Details

Daniella Abraham
03003300700
[email protected]

Opening Date

17/09/2024

Closing Date

30/09/2024

Start Date

30/09/2024

Job Details

Job type, features, skills and qualifications

Job Type
Other
Key job requirements
  • Must be 18+
Other job requirements

Our Community Volunteers are;
• Passionate about supporting parents
• Motivated and reliable
• Able to plan and organise a one-off event or regular group
• Welcoming to all parents, and a good listener

Qualifications required?
No qualifications required - full training provided
Job Benefits

What can you expect from us?
• A great volunteer experience where you can meet new people, and develop skills
• Excellent support from experienced volunteers and our Volunteering Team
• Access to an online platform with all the tools, resources and training you will need
• Expenses paid in line with our expenses policy
• We champion equity, diversity and inclusion through all that we do
• Importantly you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to parents in your local
community

Wage and Hours

Type of Work
Voluntary
Wage (£ per hour)
Expenses paid in line with our expenses policy
Hours
  • Part Time
  • Flexible
Guaranteed Hours
10-20
Does the job involve working or sleeping overnight?
No

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