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The main duties of the job are to provide patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and compassionate individual to join the new NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service (London) in the role of Youth Worker.
The Youth Worker role will play an important role in supporting young people and their families through the service. The role will involve managing a caseload of young people with complex needs, and ensure an effective care pathway is taken for individual children and young people, and their families.
For posts based in Inner London, the above salaries will include the additional supplement of 20% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £5,132 per annum and a maximum payment of £7,746 per annum. For posts based in outer London the above salaries will include the additional supplement of 15% of the basic salary. Minimum payment of £4,314 and maximum £5,436.
Main duties of the job
The postholder must be a qualified youth worker,
or
registered nurse.The postholder must have completed a child protection qualification, as well as having completed a relevant Honours degree and be completing a relevant Masters degree.
Applicants must extensive experience working with children and families, and must have experience in operational management and managing organisational change.
This is a part time role, 2 days per week (0.4 WTE). Working day options are Friday and one other (to be agreed and fixed on appointment)
Children and young people will receive an in-depth assessment of their needs, and a care plan will be developed with them and, if needed, those supporting them. Children and young people may be offered a range of care interventions such as therapy, family therapy, physical health support, or mental health support for any identified difficulties they may want help with. The team will also liaise with health professionals in local services nearer to the child or young person.
It is expected that the NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service will continue to change and evolve as more learning, research and evidence is developed in this area, and therefore we would encourage applications from individuals with a passion for service improvement, audit and research.
About Us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Date posted
23 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£44,806 to £53,134 a year pro rata, per annum inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
271-CYPGS-6722488
Job locations
London
London
WC1N 3JH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the job are to provide patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service. Not only will you be looking after the emotional and psychological well-being of children and young people whilst providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment for young people and their families, but you will also be tasked with increasing awareness, understanding and knowledge of the youth teams work and how our services help children and young people during their care journey, both internally and externally
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
The main duties of the job are to provide patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service. Not only will you be looking after the emotional and psychological well-being of children and young people whilst providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment for young people and their families, but you will also be tasked with increasing awareness, understanding and knowledge of the youth teams work and how our services help children and young people during their care journey, both internally and externally
Person Specification
Culture and Values Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
- Qualified Youth Worker OR Registered Nurse - Child Branch/RSCN
- Child Protection qualification (minimal Level 3 training), teaching and assessment experience
- Completed relevant Honours degree
- Understanding of relevant national strategy, policy and legislation, and how this relates to the Trust's services
- Completed / completing relevant Masters degree
- Substantial demonstratable experience working with children and families
- Managing organisational change
- Experience of working with LGBTQ+ young
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate individual to join the new NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service (London) in the role of Youth Worker.
The Youth Worker role will play an important role in supporting young people and their families through the service. The role will involve managing a caseload of young people with complex needs, and ensure an effective care pathway is taken for individual children and young people, and their families.
For posts based in Inner London, the above salaries will include the additional supplement of 20% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £5,132 per annum and a maximum payment of £7,746 per annum. For posts based in outer London the above salaries will include the additional supplement of 15% of the basic salary. Minimum payment of £4,314 and maximum £5,436.
Main duties of the job
The postholder must be a qualified youth worker,
or
registered nurse.The postholder must have completed a child protection qualification, as well as having completed a relevant Honours degree and be completing a relevant Masters degree.
Applicants must extensive experience working with children and families, and must have experience in operational management and managing organisational change.
This is a part time role, 2 days per week (0.4 WTE). Working day options are Friday and one other (to be agreed and fixed on appointment)
Children and young people will receive an in-depth assessment of their needs, and a care plan will be developed with them and, if needed, those supporting them. Children and young people may be offered a range of care interventions such as therapy, family therapy, physical health support, or mental health support for any identified difficulties they may want help with. The team will also liaise with health professionals in local services nearer to the child or young person.
It is expected that the NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service will continue to change and evolve as more learning, research and evidence is developed in this area, and therefore we would encourage applications from individuals with a passion for service improvement, audit and research.
About Us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Date posted
23 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£44,806 to £53,134 a year pro rata, per annum inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
271-CYPGS-6722488
Job locations
London
London
WC1N 3JH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the job are to provide patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service. Not only will you be looking after the emotional and psychological well-being of children and young people whilst providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment for young people and their families, but you will also be tasked with increasing awareness, understanding and knowledge of the youth teams work and how our services help children and young people during their care journey, both internally and externally
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
The main duties of the job are to provide patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service. Not only will you be looking after the emotional and psychological well-being of children and young people whilst providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment for young people and their families, but you will also be tasked with increasing awareness, understanding and knowledge of the youth teams work and how our services help children and young people during their care journey, both internally and externally
Person Specification
Culture and Values Essential
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate individual to join the new NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service (London) in the role of Youth Worker.
The Youth Worker role will play an important role in supporting young people and their families through the service. The role will involve managing a caseload of young people with complex needs, and ensure an effective care pathway is taken for individual children and young people, and their families.
For posts based in Inner London, the above salaries will include the additional supplement of 20% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £5,132 per annum and a maximum payment of £7,746 per annum. For posts based in outer London the above salaries will include the additional supplement of 15% of the basic salary. Minimum payment of £4,314 and maximum £5,436.
Main duties of the job
The postholder must be a qualified youth worker,
or
registered nurse.The postholder must have completed a child protection qualification, as well as having completed a relevant Honours degree and be completing a relevant Masters degree.
Applicants must extensive experience working with children and families, and must have experience in operational management and managing organisational change.
This is a part time role, 2 days per week (0.4 WTE). Working day options are Friday and one other (to be agreed and fixed on appointment)
Children and young people will receive an in-depth assessment of their needs, and a care plan will be developed with them and, if needed, those supporting them. Children and young people may be offered a range of care interventions such as therapy, family therapy, physical health support, or mental health support for any identified difficulties they may want help with. The team will also liaise with health professionals in local services nearer to the child or young person.
It is expected that the NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service will continue to change and evolve as more learning, research and evidence is developed in this area, and therefore we would encourage applications from individuals with a passion for service improvement, audit and research.
About Us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Date posted
23 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£44,806 to £53,134 a year pro rata, per annum inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
271-CYPGS-6722488
Job locations
London
London
WC1N 3JH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of the job are to provide patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service. Not only will you be looking after the emotional and psychological well-being of children and young people whilst providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment for young people and their families, but you will also be tasked with increasing awareness, understanding and knowledge of the youth teams work and how our services help children and young people during their care journey, both internally and externally
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
The main duties of the job are to provide patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service. Not only will you be looking after the emotional and psychological well-being of children and young people whilst providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment for young people and their families, but you will also be tasked with increasing awareness, understanding and knowledge of the youth teams work and how our services help children and young people during their care journey, both internally and externally
Person Specification
Culture and Values Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
- Qualified Youth Worker OR Registered Nurse - Child Branch/RSCN
- Child Protection qualification (minimal Level 3 training), teaching and assessment experience
- Completed relevant Honours degree
- Understanding of relevant national strategy, policy and legislation, and how this relates to the Trust's services
- Completed / completing relevant Masters degree
- Substantial demonstratable experience working with children and families
- Managing organisational change
- Experience of working with LGBTQ+ young
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