Health Play Specialist Barnet, England
Job description
Main duties of the job
The main part of this role will be to work within areas, which includes inpatient ward, day surgery/ambulatory ward, and children's outpatients. You may also be required to work with children in other units that children are seen within the Trust. The successful candidate must have a Health Play Specialist qualification and be registered with HPSET. You will need to have experience working with babies, children and young people in a healthcare setting. In return you will have the opportunity to expand your skills, access training and be supported in your professional development.
Working for our organisation
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To accompany children/young people to other departments within the hospital as appropriate with or without an accompanying nurse. For example, supporting children in the theatre anaesthetic room. MRI etc.
- To provide preparation for invasive and non-invasive procedures, distraction therapy and post procedural activities/support.
- To encourage and support parents to join in play with their child/young person.
- Use communication skills to talk to children and families, report any issues to nurse in charge. Including any safeguarding issues.
- Support distress parents/carers when their child has gone into theatres or at any other distressing time.
- Contribute to written reports or assessments of children/young people as required. Including day to day continuous documentation.
2. RESPONSIBILITY FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES
- To always behave in a manner that is professional, positive and polite.
- To help create a warm, welcoming, and safe environment that is child friendly.
- To liaise closely with the MDT to provide a holistic approach to meeting the needs of the child and the family.
- To have knowledge, respect and understanding of cultural needs of children/young people from various ethnic and religious backgrounds.
- To adhere to the National Association of Health Play Specialist Guidelines for Professional practice and maintain registration with HPSET.
- Act as an advocate at all times for both children and their family, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
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- Experience of working with babies/children and young people in hospital setting
- Experience of effective working as a team member
- Experience of working with parents and extended families
- Experience of working with children with special needs including those with challenging behaviour
- Documented evidence of continuing Professional Development
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person specification
Education and Professional Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered qualified Hospital Play Specialist holding the Foundation degree in Healthcare Play Specialism or Edexcel
- NNEB/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent training childcare and development
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working with babies/children and young people in hospital setting
- Experience of effective working as a team member
- Experience of working with parents and extended families
- Experience of working with children with special needs including those with challenging behaviour
Desirable criteria
- Documented evidence of continuing Professional Development
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential criteria
- A full understanding and ability to apply preparation, distraction therapy and post procedure play skills
- Basic knowledge of child protection policies and relevant health legislation
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients/families and staff
- Basic competency using word and excel
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of NAHPS professional code of conduct and its application in practice
Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Covid-19 Vaccination
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We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.- AT* - Apprenticeship Training. Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role.
- By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Therefore we require you to complete your stat and Man e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation.
- If you are an EU/EEA citizen who does not have EU Settlement or Pre-Settled status, you will require a visa to work in the UK. Please Note: We are unable to sponsor Band 2 to 4 as the salary does not meet the UKVI Points Based system threshold.
- If you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check to ensure you are eligible under the UKVI points based system
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- The Trust will request a DBS (CRB) if post involves regulated activities. The Trust is compliant with the Disclosure and Barring Service Codes of practice and the Rehabilitation of offenders act.
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Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.
Please note:
- Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
- Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
- Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.
Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.
