Welcome to our ‘Spotlight Sessions’ – events designed to raise awareness of an idea, approach or research that we believe could interest and inspire those involved in Social Work, Social Care, Health and related Third and Voluntary sectors. These sessions are open to all and recommended for anyone across all sectors interested in understanding more.
As Leading to Change, we are delivering a series of awareness sessions relating to core themes within Social Work and Social Care with the intention of ‘shining a light’ into the areas of the sector that others may know very little or nothing about.
We want to give people insights into roles and functions and the impact on ‘Mr and Mrs Smith’ with a view to reinforcing the message about collaborative leadership and the difference it can make.
As public bodies, NHS organisations in Scotland hold legal duties as corporate parents to Care Experienced children and young people. But these duties are not just about compliance, they are about leadership, culture and action. This session explores the responsibilities of leaders in embedding a rights-based, relational approach to Corporate Parenting across NHS Scotland. We will reflect on how to lead change that puts Care Experienced people at the centre and what it takes to shift systems, practice and culture in our services.
Nick Targontsidis
- Role:
- Children’s Rights Specialist Lead at NHS Education for Scotland
Nick has a background in policy, strategy and participation, with experience influencing national reform through work with the Scottish Government, The Promise, and Care Experienced communities. He is committed to creating systems that are rights-based, relational and shaped by the voices of children and young people.
In his role, Nick focuses on enabling collaboration across health boards, improving workforce understanding of children’s rights, and helping leaders translate legislative duties into meaningful action that drives cultural change.
