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We are looking for exceptional people to join us. If you have the drive, ambition and expertise to transform the lives of children and families in hospital and healthcare, we want to hear from you! In return we will offer you the chance to work in a supportive, fun environment with dedicated, encouraging and friendly colleagues, where imaginative approaches to transforming children’s hospital experiences are always welcomed.
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Children’s Wellbeing Service
Position: Volunteering and Project Assistant
37.5 hours per week, two year fixed contract
Starting Salary: £21,255 – £24,118
Location: ECHC Offices Shawfair/RHCYP
We are looking to recruit an exciting new post for our Children’s Wellbeing Services.
Are you a motivated individual who can support the recruitment of our Wellbeing and Resilience programme volunteers, and to support the administrative requirements of the staff team delivering the programme.
Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity have developed a new and exciting project which supports the wellbeing and resilience of children and young people who are struggling with their mental health. This project will support the whole family (child, parents/guardian, siblings, grandparents etc.) through these challenging times, by offering support and advice. We will pilot this programme over a two year period in two locations. The first will be rural, East Lothian based and the second urban, within Edinburgh City.
We are looking for someone who is educated to HND level or with equivalent experience in working with volunteers or admin support. This is a demanding role within a fun and fast paced organisation. The right candidate will be passionate about working for a children’s and young people’s healthcare charity and possess the drive and skills to balance a varied workload and achieve objectives.
The closing date for applications is 19 June 2023 at 12noon. Interview date is 26 June 2023.
For further details or if you have any questions please contact Rebecca McDonald, rebecca.mcdonald @echcharity.org
JDPS – Volunteering and Project Assistant
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Children’s Wellbeing Service
Position: Support Worker
37.5 hours per week, two year fixed
Starting Salary: £24,118 – £27,563
Location: Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh
We are looking to recruit an exciting new post for our Children’s Wellbeing Services.
Are you a caring and passionate Support Worker who wants to work as part of our Wellbeing and Resilience team, delivering support to families on our telephone Helpline. You will work under the guidance of the Wellbeing and Resilience Officer who will support you in delivering early intervention, support and signposting for families with a child who is experiencing mild-moderate mental health issues. Our aim is to increase emotional resilience, promote safety, improve mental health and wellbeing, promote recovery, and prevent problems escalating.
Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity have developed a new and exciting project which supports the wellbeing and resilience of children and young people who are struggling with their mental health. This project will support the whole family (child, parents/guardian, siblings, grandparents etc.) through these challenging times, by offering support and advice. We will pilot this programme over a two year period in two locations. The first will be rural, East Lothian based and the second urban, within Edinburgh City.
As part of this role, you will work alongside the hospital youthwork team to gain experience of working with children, young people and their families in a healthcare setting. You will initially work in The Hub wellbeing centre and on the hospital wards in the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, spending time with CYPF and ECHC’s Children’s Wellbeing Service team to understand our approach to working with CYPF. You will also be given bespoke training following the PACE model, to promote the experience of safety in your interactions with children and young people and their families and will be given regular support and supervision.
We are looking for someone who is educated to HND level in a relevant subject (youth work, social work, nursing, counselling/psychology teaching, mental health) or equivalent experience and must have experience in delivering support to children, young people and/or families. This is a demanding role within a fun and fast paced organisation. The right candidate will be passionate about working for a children’s and young people’s healthcare charity and possess the drive and skills to balance a varied workload and achieve objectives.
The closing date for applications is 26 June 2023 at 12noon. Interview date is 6 July 2023
For further details or if you have any questions please contact Alice Mallinson, at alice.mallinson@echcharity.org
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Children’s Wellbeing Service
Position: Wellbeing & Resilience Officer
37.5 hours per week, two year fixed
Starting Salary: £26,415 – £32,157
Location: Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh and East Lothian
We are looking to recruit an exciting new post for our Children’s Wellbeing Services.
Are you a passionate and dynamic individual who can manage the delivery of the wellbeing and resilience outreach programme, and guide a team of project workers, sessional workers, artists and volunteers who alongside you, will provide support and advice to children, young people and their families (CYPF). You will deliver activities that build confidence and self-esteem, using wellbeing and resilience techniques enabling CYPF to better cope with their individual challenges.
Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity have developed a new and exciting project which supports the wellbeing and resilience of children and young people who are struggling with their mental health. This project will support the whole family (child, parents/guardian, siblings, grandparents etc.) through these challenging times, by offering support and advice. We will pilot this programme over a two year period in two locations. The first will be rural, East Lothian based and the second urban, within Edinburgh City. You will be required to travel to both locations and will be based at the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh.
As part of this role, you will work alongside the hospital youthwork team to gain experience of working with children, young people and their families in a healthcare setting. You will initially work in The Hub wellbeing centre and on the hospital wards in the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, spending time with CYPF and ECHC’s Children’s Wellbeing Service team to understand our approach to working with CYPF. You will also be given bespoke training following the PACE model, to promote the experience of safety in your interactions with children and young people.
We are looking for someone who is educated to HND level in a relevant subject (youth work, social work, nursing, counselling/psychology teaching, mental health) and must have experience in delivering high quality youth work to children and young people. This is a demanding role within a fun and fast paced organisation. The right candidate will be passionate about working for a children’s and young people’s healthcare charity and possess the drive and skills to balance a varied workload and achieve objectives.
The closing date for applications is 26 June 2023 at 12noon. Interview date is 4 July 2023.
For further details or if you have any questions please contact Alice Mallinson, at alice.mallinson@echcharity.org
JDPS – Wellbeing and Resilience Officer
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Children’s Wellbeing Service
Position: Project Worker x 2
37.5 hours per week, two year fixed
Starting Salary: £24,118 – £27,563
Location: Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh and East Lothian
We are looking to recruit two exciting new posts for our Children’s Wellbeing Services.
We are seeking two Project Workers who will deliver ECHC’s wellbeing and resilience outreach programme. You will work alongside sessional workers, artists and volunteers, under the guidance of the Wellbeing Lead and Wellbeing and Resilience Officer. Your role will be to provide support and advice to children, young people and their families (CYPF). You will deliver activities that build confidence and self-esteem, using wellbeing and resilience techniques enabling CYPF to better cope with their individual challenges.
Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity have developed a new and exciting project which supports the wellbeing and resilience of children and young people who are struggling with their mental health. This project will support the whole family (child, parents/guardian, siblings, grandparents etc.) through these challenging times, by offering support and advice. We will pilot this programme over a two year period in two locations. The first will be rural, East Lothian based and the second urban, within Edinburgh City. You will be required to travel to both locations and will be based at the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh.
As part of this role, you will work alongside the hospital youthwork team to gain experience of working with children, young people and their families in a healthcare setting. You will initially work in The Hub wellbeing centre and on the hospital wards in the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, spending time with CYPF and ECHC’s Children’s Wellbeing Service team to understand our approach to working with CYPF. You will also be given bespoke training following the PACE model, to promote the experience of safety in your interactions with children and young people.
We are looking for someone who is educated to HND level in a relevant subject (youth work, community education, social work, nursing, counselling/psychology teaching, mental health) and must have experience in delivering high quality youth work to children and young people. This is a demanding role within a fun and fast paced organisation. The right candidate will be passionate about working for a children’s and young people’s healthcare charity and possess the drive and skills to balance a varied workload and achieve objectives.
The closing date for applications is 7 July 2023 at 12noon. Interview date is 17 July 2023.
For further details or if you have any questions please contact Alice Mallinson, at alice.mallinson@echcharity.org
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We accept applications both via our application form or with a CV and cover letter – whatever your preference!
To apply via our application form, simply click the ‘apply now’ button below.
Prefer to apply with your CV and cover letter? Before submitting, please ensure they include the following:
- Your cover letter should contain the same information as a personal statement: why you have applied, what you can bring to the role and how your skill set meets what we’re looking for as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification
- Your CV should contain the same information as in the application form: contact details, a full job history (with any gaps explained), qualifications and references
Please send your CV and cover letter to leigh.drake@echcharity.org