Parent-Infant Mental Health& Perinatal Family Support Coordinator

Action Together; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable children's charity in Stockport is seeking a full-time role focused on supporting families and babies with emotional wellbeing and mental health needs. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team providing training and guidance in a hybrid working environment. Excellent communication skills and experience in early years or social care are essential to effectively support parents during challenging transitions. This role promises to nurture positive Parent-Infant relationships and foster growth in a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience working in early years education or social care.
• Interest in promoting positive Parent-Infant relationships.
• Ability to listen and communicate with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support families with emotional wellbeing and mental health.
• Draw on experience to provide guidance and training.
• Work closely with the Parent-Infant Mental Health team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in early years or social care

Ability to support emotional wellbeing

Job description

You will have a creative approach to working with families and babies, drawing on your experience of working in early years, education or social care to support families and babies with their emotional wellbeing, social and emotional development, and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will grow into this role with a full package of training and support, and guidance from an established Parent-Infant Mental Health team at HOST. You will have excellent communication skills with an ability to speak & listen to a variety of audiences. Your interest in promoting positive Parent-Infant relationships and supporting families will enable you to support parents during transitions and in difficult emotional circumstances with care, sensitivity and attention.

Key information

• Employer: Home-Start HOST
• Locations: Hybrid, Stockport
• Role Type: Fixed term
• Working Hours: Full-Time

To apply for this role:

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More about this role

• Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026 at 12:00pm
• Closing Time: 5pm
• Anticipated Interview Date: Monday, January 19, 2026 - 12:00
• Contact Name: Lucy Turner
• Contact Information: [e-mail]
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes