Main purpose of the role:
• To actively participate in the delivery of a high standard of quality play alongside physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care provision for babies and/or children attending Mothers for Mothers support sessions.
• To provide stimulating activities, engaging with children in a safe environment.
• To be aware of the high profile of the Mothers for Mothers settings within the perinatal mental health and infant emotional development pathway and to uphold standards at all times.
• To maintain links and work in partnership with the Mothers for Mothers team, parents, carers and professionals to promote the well being of the children.
• To work enthusiastically and flexibly as part of a team and to communicate effectively with team members.
• To build relationships of trust with our clients, ensuring they feel highly valued and at the core of our charity.
• To communicate in a calm, friendly non judgmental manner with clients demonstrating an ability to empathise, encourage and support women towards recovery.
• To signpost other organisations and resources that may be of benefit to families.
• To answer post, telephone calls and emails in a sensitive and professional manner.
• To promote Mothers for Mothers services appropriately.
• To collect and collate data from evaluation and monitoring forms. Write reports giving feedback on the service to the CEO and project funders.
• To work in close collaboration with Mothers for Mothers colleagues and to always act in the best interests of Mothers for Mothers.
Please download the job pack and send a completed application form and covering letter to maria.viner@mothersformothers.co.uk