• Job Description

  Req#: C9846-25-0221?language=en&page=1273&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.

  We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Lactation Consultant to join our professional team in Maidstone.

  We're a close team but we're never exclusive, if you can bring a professional approach and fresh ideas we would love to hear from you.

  Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship Therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

  Main duties of the job

  Lactation Consultants play a key role in the delivery of the Specialist Infant Feeding Service, overseeing thetriage and allocation of referrals received by the service to ensure they are managed effectively and efficientlywithin their designated locality. This will include providing clinical leadership, overseeing the delivery of clinicsproviding both virtual and face to face care, liaising with lead professionals and specialist services such asdietetics and tongue-tie services where necessary.

  Lactation Consultants will provide day to day line management of Breastfeeding Assistant Practitioners withintheir locality, delegating the provision of breastfeeding packages of care appropriately and providing clinicaloversight of their work. They will also be responsible for the training and development of BreastfeedingAssistant Practitioners within their team.

  About us

  Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent

  We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences

  We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission

  The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work

  As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both

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  Date posted

  20 March 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 6

  Salary

  £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  846-6874659-EP-B

  Job locations

  Molehill Copse Hereford Road Maidstone

  Maidstone

  ME168BX

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

  Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

  We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

  At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

  Find out more about the community difference here.

  Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

  Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

  We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

  At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

  Find out more about the community difference here.

  Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Health or health science degree
  • Evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 6 Lactation Consultant registered with the International Board of Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) UNICEF BFI Breastfeeding and Relationship Building Course

  Desirable

  • Management or supervisory qualification or experience of study

  Experience

  Essential

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in area of practice Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads Supervising and training experience (mentor / educator / supervisor)

  Desirable

  • Experience of leading and managing teams Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate a good level of specialist infant feeding knowledge including UNICEF BFI. Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months

  Skills and Ability

  Essential

  • Understanding of training needs in relation to post Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups Strong influencing and negotiating skills

  personal Attributes

  Essential

  • Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable

  Ability to Manage

  Essential

  • Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures. Ability to manage own time effectively

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Health or health science degree
  • Evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 6 Lactation Consultant registered with the International Board of Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) UNICEF BFI Breastfeeding and Relationship Building Course

  Desirable

  • Management or supervisory qualification or experience of study

  Experience

  Essential

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in area of practice Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads Supervising and training experience (mentor / educator / supervisor)

  Desirable

  • Experience of leading and managing teams Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate a good level of specialist infant feeding knowledge including UNICEF BFI. Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months

  Skills and Ability

  Essential

  • Understanding of training needs in relation to post Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups Strong influencing and negotiating skills

  personal Attributes

  Essential

  • Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable

  Ability to Manage

  Essential

  • Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures. Ability to manage own time effectively

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Molehill Copse Hereford Road Maidstone

  Maidstone

  ME168BX

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Molehill Copse Hereford Road Maidstone

  Maidstone

  ME168BX

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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