This is an exciting and unique opportunity to hear the voice of parents who have experience of children going into care.
The project will work alongside parents in the design and delivery of research. We are looking for someone who is passionate about inclusion, willing to take the time to build relationships with birth parents. The successful person will have knowledge and understanding of the issues and experiences surrounding parents who no longer have care of their children.
What kind of person will make a great peer community researcher for Children 1st?
- is fiercely passionate about participation and the voices of birth parents
- thinks it’s a privilege to work with and on behalf of children and families
- is kind and will bring their whole selves to the job: heart and mind
- is committed to being part of transformational change alongside birth parents
What kind of Community Researcher will you be?
- Engage with and amplify the voices of birth parents who have experience of children being removed permanently from their care
- Work with local partners to connect and establish trust with birth parents who have experience of children being removed permanently from their care
- Co-produce with parents the design and development of the research project
For further information and to apply, please visit the website here.
At Children 1st we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team that represents all communities across Scotland and creating a culture where we are all genuinely able to be ourselves and participate and thrive without prejudice or barriers. We aim to proactively develop anti-racist and inclusive approaches throughout our work, and we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, marginalised groups, and individuals with multiple experiences of marginalisation, who reflect our values.
