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Jobs at HENRY

Are you passionate about babies and young children having the best start in life? HENRY is an innovative and flourishing national charity that is making a real difference to the lives of young children and their families.

We post all current vacancies on this webpage. To apply for a role, please download and complete the application and equal opportunities forms below, then email to recruitment@henry.org.uk.  To make sure we compare candidates fairly, CVs will not be accepted and only the information submitted on a HENRY application form will be considered.  We review applications for evidence of experience, skills and qualifications so please tailor your application to the job description and person specification, ensuring that you give information relating to all three areas to enable us to make an informed decision.

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Current vacancies

Equity, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation.  HENRY is an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Join the HENRY Team

We’re always on the lookout for passionate individuals who share our commitment to giving children the best possible start in life. Take a look at our current opportunities and become part of a team making a real difference in families' lives.

 

Infant Feeding Practitioner (Community) - Waltham Forest

Location: Waltham Forest, London
Hours: Part-time, 0.6/0.8/1.0 FTE (22.5 to 37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed-term until 30th June 2027
Salary: £17,251.12 to £28,751.87 (pro rata based on hours)

Are you passionate about supporting families with their infant feeding journeys? As a HENRY Infant Feeding Practitioner, you'll deliver face-to-face feeding support and group sessions, helping families build confidence and establish healthy routines.

You'll work within Waltham Forest's Family Hubs, offering community-based support, running workshops, and collaborating with local partners to expand access to vital services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in families’ lives.

Key Details:

  • Engage families in breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and mixed feeding support.
  • Flexible part-time roles available (3–5 days per week).
  • Join a team committed to supporting families and fostering community connections.

Deadline: Applications close at 9am, Thursday, 13th February 2025.

Learn more about the role and apply now →

Early Infant Feeding Practitioner (Hospital) - Waltham Forest

Location: Whipps Cross Hospital, Waltham Forest, London
Hours: Part-time, 0.6 FTE (22.5 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed-term until 30th June 2027
Salary: £17,251.12 (pro rata)

Do you have a passion for supporting families during the crucial early days of their feeding journey? As an Early Infant Feeding Practitioner, you'll provide hands-on support in a hospital setting, guiding parents with evidence-based advice and helping them feel confident in their feeding choices.

Working closely with midwives and local health teams, you'll ensure families get the right support from pregnancy through to birth and beyond.

Key Details:

  • Provide in-hospital support for families during the critical postnatal period.
  • Deliver antenatal workshops to prepare families for their feeding journey.
  • Flexible hours with opportunities for community outreach.

Deadline: Applications close at 9am, Thursday, 13th February 2025.

Learn more about the role and apply now →

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