Are you passionate about nurturing emotional wellbeing during pregnancy, birth and beyond?
Parents 1st UK has been successfully delivering Peer to Parent Support over the past 3 years and have the potential to extend the contract in March 2026, to work across the 5 Maternity Hub areas.
Being a parent can often feel overwhelming. Supporting the emotional resilience of mothers, fathers and partners during pregnancy and early parenthood is vital. Peer support is unique and highly valued by parents living in Essex.
An exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team of Link Workers in the Peer to Parent Network has arisen in the Southend Maternity Hub area.
The post is a hybrid role, working 27 hours per week, and travelling within Southend and surrounding areas.
Working in partnership with the Perinatal Mental Health Team and Health, Social Care and Voluntary Sector professionals, you will hold a case load of parents who are referred into the Service.
Your personal qualities, ability to support parents facing challenges, and your experience of mental health issues are more important than formal qualifications. Full induction and training will be provided by Parents 1st UK including an opportunity to gain a level 3 CACHE qualification in Peer Support.
How to apply
If you live in Southend or surrounding areas and think you may be suitable for this role, we would love to hear from you.
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(Please note: You must save a copy of the application form to your computer and complete offline. If you have any issues doing this, please get in touch and we’ll send you a copy via email)
Please send your completed application form and a covering letter FAO Angie Jones to [email protected]
For an informal chat about the role or for more information, please email Audrey Haggis, Programme Lead at [email protected].
Deadline for applications: 21st May 2025 and interviews will be w/c 26th May 2025.
This role is open to anyone who meets the job description criteria. We particularly welcome applications from people from minority groups.
Find out more about the Peer to Parent Network