Third-time parents are seeking an experienced maternity practitioner from mid-October following the arrival of their newborn. The family would ideally like 2–3 weeks of 24-hour cover, followed by night support for the remainder of the booking. They are also open to splitting the role between two practitioners, with one covering the initial 24-hour period and another taking over the night support.
The ideal candidate will provide calm, confident guidance while working in partnership with the parents, supporting them to make informed decisions throughout the postnatal period. A respectful, collaborative approach within the family home is essential.
Duties will include all nursery-related tasks, maintaining a daily log of feeds, sleep, and care, monitoring the baby’s development, and offering evidence-based guidance on age-appropriate milestones. The mother hopes to breastfeed while introducing bottles, with feeding led by the baby’s individual needs.
Applicants should have up-to-date knowledge of current NHS guidance and safe sleep practices and be confident in establishing a gentle, flexible routine tailored to the family. Although the role is primarily focused on the newborn, there will be opportunities to positively involve the older siblings where appropriate.
The family lives in a beautiful rural area of Hertfordshire with excellent rail links into London. Due to the location, a driver is essential.
Due date: 5th October 2026
Job Start Date: 5th October 2026
Contract End: 12 weeks
Location: Kimpton, Hertfordshire
Gross 24 hourly Rate: £300-£350pd (24hr) and £20ph (nights)
Hours of work: 20hrs +4 hr break and 12hrs nights
Days required: 6 days a week and 6 nights per week
Specialist or expert required: Qualified Maternity Practitioner
Minimum experience Level for this job: 5yrs experience within the role
Details of any qualifications needed for this job: 12hr First Aid, Enhanced DBS and Maternity Practitioner (L3 minimum).
Driving required: N/A
Accommodation offered: separate room for down time
Pets in the home: yes 2 x Low shedding dogs
Any other staff employed in household: Yes
This is a self-employed opportunity
Full Name of Employment Agency: Georgina Ware T/A Harmony at Home Maternity
Contact details: maternity@harmonyathome.co.uk | 07554314420
Please apply via the ‘Apply for job’’ button. This job has an ID code of: 873956
Please note Maternity Nurse and Newborn Care titles are industry terms, not protected medical titles.
It is usual for Maternity Nurses and Consultants to be self-employed, and you will be required to issue your own contract for services and Unique Tax Reference number to our clients at offer stage.
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, you will only be contacted for shortlisting and interview if you meet our client’s suitability requirements.
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