Mental Health in Development (part of the Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre) has partnered with the Charlie Waller Trust to develop a virtual network of parents and carers who can contribute to research relating to the mental health of children and young people.
We are looking for up to 8 parents and carers to form a steering group, to provide direction, contribute to key decisions, and to guide the work of this network.
The full information on how to apply for this opportunity can be found below.
If you would prefer to be involved in the network in another way and would like to be kept up to date about other opportunities to contribute to research, please sign up here: https://bit.ly/parentcarer-research
Please do share the opportunity widely as well using the poster which can be downloaded below.
What we are looking for:
- You are a parent or carer supporting a child (aged 0-25 years old) who has experienced mental health difficulties
- You can attend online meetings initially every 6 weeks for between 1-1.5 hours
- You will be able to provide feedback and input your suggestions between meetings via email
- You will be able to share your views with the group and respect the opinions of others
- You see the important role that parents and carers could play in research.
What you can expect from us
- We will treat you with respect, value your experience and opinions, and welcome your ideas
- We will maintain a safe working environment and provide support after meetings when needed
- We will reimburse you directly to your bank account or as a voucher (£25/hour) and please discuss with us if help is needed with childcare, carer, or internet costs for you to get involved.
Application process
Please familiarise yourself with the role using the information on this page and the FAQs. If you have any questions about the opportunity please email parentcarerresearchnetwork@psych.ox.ac.uk
When you are ready, please download a copy of the application form to fill in below. All information you choose to share will be processed in line with our privacy notice which you can also download below.
Please return the completed form via email to parentcarerresearchnetwork@psych.ox.ac.uk by Wednesday 12 June 2024 at 12pm.
Timeline
Thursday 23 May 2024 | Applications open |
Wednesday 12 June 2024 – 12pm | Application deadline |
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Notification of application outcome |
Monday 8 July 2024 7-8.30pm or Tuesday 11 July 2024 6.30-8pm or Friday 12 July 2024 12-1.30pm | First Steering Group meeting |
September 2024 (date TBC) | Second Steering Group meeting |