At a Glance
- Tasks: Facilitate family engagement and support to shape better services for children and families.
- Company: Children's Hospice South West, dedicated to making a difference in family care.
- Benefits: 33 days holiday, enhanced sick pay, pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive, inclusive workplace committed to sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by amplifying family voices in service development.
- Qualifications: Experience in family support and a passion for co-production.
The predicted salary is between 27808 - 30815 £ per year.
Salary: £27,808 - £30,815 per annum
Location: Hybrid Home Based and Hospice Sites, South West (near Bristol, Barnstaple or St Austell)
Working pattern: Full time, Permanent
About the role
Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) believes that children, young people and families can help shape better services by sharing their experiences, ideas and voices. This role creates meaningful ways for families to be heard and to influence the support they receive. Working with partner organisations, it will initially focus on building a strong partnership with Jessie May to help ensure family voices are at the heart of future developments.
What you'll be doing
- Help establish and support Family and Children's Advisory Boards
- Facilitate engagement activities and peer support opportunities
- Gather and present family feedback
- Ensure the experiences of children, young people and families directly inform service development, governance and strategic decision-making
You'll be based at home and at your local Hospice site (near Bristol, Barnstaple or St Austell), with travel across organisational sites and community locations as required.
What you'll bring
- The ability to build relationships and facilitate meaningful conversations
- Experience supporting families to influence change
- An interest in working alongside children, young people and families
- A belief in the value of co-production
- Enthusiasm, creativity and a commitment to inclusion
You'll need to meet the essential criteria for the role, but not every desirable criterion if you believe you have the skills, values and potential to succeed, we'd encourage you to apply.
What's on offer
- 33 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service
- Enhanced sick pay, up to 6 months full pay
- Pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay and family-friendly policies
- Occupational health, wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
- Life assurance scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A supportive, inclusive workplace committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility
Additional information
CHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees must apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Closing date: 30th August 2026. Interviews are planned face-to-face at Charlton Farm on 10th September 2026. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and are committed to a culture where everyone feels they belong.
Family Engagement Facilitator employer: Children's Hospice South West
Children's Hospice South West is an exceptional employer, dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of children with life-limiting conditions. Located in Barnstaple, we foster a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being, offering generous benefits such as 33 days of holiday and enhanced sick pay, alongside ample training opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
Children's Hospice South West Recruitment Team
