Participation (co-production) Worker | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Sale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated individual to amplify the voices of children and young people within CAMHS services. The role involves engaging with young individuals to promote participation and co-production in service development. You will work collaboratively with clinical leads and service managers to implement strategies that ensure children's input shapes the delivery of care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in engaging children and young people.
• Ability to facilitate participation and co-production.
• Knowledge of CAMHS services and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Promote children's voices in service delivery.
• Develop and implement participation strategies.
• Collaborate with service managers and leads.

Skills

Engagement activities

Participation and co-production

Collaboration with stakeholders

Job description

This is a brilliant opportunity for a dedicated person to promote and improve the voice of Children and Young People in the planning, delivery and improvement of CAMHS services in Manchester Foundation Trust.

We’ll rely on you to ensure children and young people have a voice in service improvement, delivery and evaluation. You will engage children and young people in participation and co-production, facilitate engagement activities and projects and promote participation and co-production across all MFT CAMHS services.

MFT CAMHS sits within Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital (RMCH) and is comprised of 48 separate services, including 5 Core CAMHS services (North, South, Salford, Central & Trafford), Looked After Children/Adoption services, Children with Disabilities Service and Manchester Eating Disorders Service, along with Inpatient Services based at Galaxy House. Wherever your interests lie, we’ll support you to develop your skills to become a key part amplifying the voice of those who use our services.

Let us tell you more about what the job involves and why this could be your next and best career move – you just need the right skills, experience and attitude so you can meet the needs and demands of the critical and life enhancing role for our patients.

The post holder will enable and amplify children and young people’s voices to be heard through a participatory model, enabling children and young people to feel listened to and empowered by actively involving them in design and delivery of CAMH Services.

The postholder will achieve this working alongside service participation leads and service managers, developing and supporting service user involvement and participation throughout the CAMHS Directorate. The post holder will contribute to and support the development of a participation strategy across CAMHS and help implement this strategy by supporting and developing service user involvement and participation.

The postholder will work in collaboration with managers, clinical leads and children and young people to identify projects and work streams where participation is a key factor in service development. The postholder will then support the development and implement these projects and work streams ensuring that children and young people are at the heart of everything that they do.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year. Behind every patient cared for are people like you – keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.

At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high‑quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

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Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Dec 2025.