We have an exciting prospect for someone to join our Children and Family Support Team to provide pre and post bereavement support to children, young people, and families where a parent (or primary carer) has a life limiting condition or has died. Support sessions may take place in one-to-one, family and group settings at the hospice, at home and in schools. You Will Need
Certificate, diploma or degree in healthcare, education, or social work to support this role Experience of working with children, young people, and families (e.g. healthcare, school, charity, social work, youth work, children/family centre, etc) Experience Of Working With Bereavement Or Loss Providing Support Experience of working with groups or families Experience of working creatively and therapeutically with children and young people (e.g. Art, Play, Drama, Music Therapy, etc)
Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for work with adults and children. What We Offer
generous annual leave travel expenses access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) access to the NHS Pension Scheme (if eligible) the Blue Light Discount Card scheme For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mel Lovegrove, Counselling and Support Services Manager via e-mail on
[email protected] Closing date is Monday 31st August 2026. However, please note that the advert may close earlier if we receive sufficient applications.
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📌 Children and Families Support Worker (Winnipeg)
🏢 Thames Hospice
📍 Winnipeg