Overview
The Childrens Care Group Transformation Team are looking for a dynamic, experienced, self-motivated person who will:
* support and assist in the involvement of children/young people, and their families/carers, who are engaged in services delivered by the Childrens Care group in line with the Trust's Patient and Public Engagement and Experience Strategy
* to consolidate and develop information received from patient feedback and provide this in a way that will assist management in the development of a patient and carer informed service
* to engage with local service users and carer groups working across all three geographical areas
* work with existing Engagement and Participation Worker and other team members
* work closely with the Trust Equality, Diversity and Participation Team, operational services and across the Integrated Care Systems to provide patient and public engagement opportunities
Responsibilities
In relation to patient and public engagement and experience the post holder's main responsibilities will be to:
* Support delivery and work with the Childrens Care Group and Trust Patient and Public Engagement and Experience Strategy.
* Work closely with the Childrens Care group transformation team in relation to patient and public engagement and experience opportunities.
* Work with individual services to establish links with patients and members of the public including groups and networks within each of the localities in which the Trust provides services
* Explore innovative ways of engaging stakeholders.
* Plan, facilitate and coordinate meetings, events, focus groups and other methods of working collaboratively with patients, carers, the public and staff. Reasonable adjustments may also need to be considered, e.g., working with patients with learning disabilities or other disabilities. The post holder will be responsible for recommending policy/service changes following the evaluation of feedback which is received from patient, carer and public events.
* Monitor patient-related outcomes using accepted outcome measures, and ensure these outcomes are fed back to children/young people and their families/carers appropriately.
* To facilitate improvements in levels of service user feedback across the service, using feedback processes such as eCare Opinione under the direction of management.
About Us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We Are Passionate About Enhancing The Quality Of Our Service And We Work Hard To Attract And Select The Right Colleagues For Our Organisation. Our Goal Is To Employ Those Who Share Our Passion For Providing First Class Care While Remaining Committed To Our Vision And Values. Please View Our Strategy Using The Link Below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We Are Committed To Inclusive Cultures And Really Value People In Our Organisation, View Our Allyship Video On YouTube To Find Out More:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
* Date posted: 05 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 5
* Salary: a331,049 to a337,796 a year per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 376-DCCG-0427
* Job locations: Tickhill Road Hospital; Weston Road; Doncaster; DN4 8QN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree or equivalent qualification relevant to the post.
Experience
Essential
* Broad Experience of engaging with patients, carers, members of the public and communities.
* A good understanding of the NHS and Social Care Landscape
* Ability to engage with people from diverse backgrounds.
* Experience of working with partners and stakeholders
* Data inputting.
* Development and Maintenance of electronic data bases.
* Ability to review complex information and present it in an understandable way within reports
* Demonstrable experience of digital and social media platforms
* Ability to analyse information and present it concisely
* Strong reporting skills
Knowledge
Essential
* Well-developed IT skills with the ability to utilise a range of electronic reporting programs.
* Able to produce data and reports to tight time scales.
Disclosures
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Additional information: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications for Skilled worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer details
Employer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address: Tickhill Road Hospital, Weston Road, Doncaster, DN4 8QN
Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/
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