At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and families in hospital with emotional care and creative wellbeing activities.
- Company: Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity, dedicated to improving children's wellbeing.
- Benefits: Full-time role with a chance to make a real difference in young lives.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and impactful experiences.
- Why this job: Join a compassionate team and help shape innovative wellbeing care for children.
- Qualifications: Empathy, creativity, and a passion for supporting young people and families.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity are looking for a compassionate and creative Youth Worker and Family Support Officer to join their Children’s Wellbeing Service and help shape a new approach to wellbeing care in hospital. If you thrive in emotionally complex environments, love building meaningful relationships, and want to make a real difference to children, young people and families, this could be the role for you.
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Fixed term: 12 months
Location: Edinburgh
Some of the things you’ll be doing:
- You’ll join a team of Family Support Officers and Youth Workers working across the hospital, including oncology, mental health services and long term admissions, offering emotional support, practical help, and a calm, creative space for children, young people and families.
- Support children and young people experiencing distress and trauma, helping them feel safe, heard and empowered.
- Build strong relationships with families and hospital staff to identify those most in need.
- Deliver creative wellbeing activities using evidence-based approaches like the PACE model and ECHC’s bespoke Changemaker and Gamechanger programmes.
- Champion the rights of children and young people, ensuring they feel informed, included and in control.
- Signpost and advocate connecting families with relevant services and speak up on their behalf when needed.
- Evaluate impact and gather data and feedback to help shape the future of our wellbeing services.
The closing date for this role is 12 noon on Friday 19th June 2026. Interviews will take place on Monday 2nd June in person.
Youth Worker & Family Support Officer employer: YouthLink Scotland
Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in need. With a supportive work culture that values compassion and creativity, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while working collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Located in Edinburgh, this role offers unique opportunities to engage with diverse communities and contribute to innovative wellbeing initiatives that truly make a difference.
