Youth Development Professional

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Great Ormond Street Hospital Full time
Job Overview

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 will play an important role in supporting young people and their families through the service. The role involves managing a caseload of young people with complex needs, ensuring an effective care pathway is taken for individual children and young people, and their families.

The salary for this position includes a minimum payment of £41,500 per annum for Inner London, subject to a 20% supplement of basic salary, and a maximum payment of £54,600 per post. For posts based in Outer London, the above salaries include a 15% supplement of the basic salary, with a minimum payment of £35,800 and a maximum payment of £42,300.

Main Duties of the Job

The successful candidate must be a qualified youth worker, or registered nurse, or qualified social worker, or qualified teacher, or qualified health play specialist. They must have completed a child protection qualification and hold a relevant Honours degree. A commitment to completing a relevant Masters degree is also desirable.

Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years' experience working with children and families, as well as experience in operational management and managing organisational change.

This is a part-time role, requiring 2 days per week (WTE). Working day options are Monday, Wednesday, or Friday, to be agreed and fixed on appointment.

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.

The NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service will continue to evolve as more learning, research, and evidence are developed in this area. Therefore, we encourage applications from individuals with a passion for service improvement, audit, and research.

Working for Our Organisation

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. We foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected, and acknowledged.

We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions, and LGBT+ community members. Our policies and procedures ensure fair treatment and consideration of all applicants and employees.

We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Our staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues, and common bonds or backgrounds. Staff network members contribute to creating a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

The main duties of the job involve providing patient support to children and young people who are gender questioning, supporting their journey and experience within the service. You will create a welcoming, safe, and secure environment for young people and their families while maintaining the emotional and psychological well-being of children and young people.

You will also increase awareness, understanding, and knowledge of the youth team's work and how our services help children and young people during their care journey, both internally and externally.

Culture and Values

We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace and require the successful candidate to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

We expect the successful candidate to contribute to advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and possess a thorough understanding of relevant national strategy, policy, and legislation.

Academic/Professional Qualification/Training

The ideal candidate must possess a relevant Honours degree and hold a Child Protection qualification. Experience in teaching and assessment is essential, and a commitment to completing a relevant Masters degree is desirable.

Desirable Criteria

Experience of working with children or young people who are gender questioning is highly desirable.

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