Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic play specialist that is looking to lead the team by example.
Providing day to day operational management of the service and be responsible for the development of the service as well as the play team staff.
The play team works within the in-patient and out-patient departments of the Royal London Children's. It is made up of play specialists and play workers providing care and assessment of children.
The role will involve providing highly specialist expertise in the management of patients requiring therapeutic play, coping, anxiety and procedural support.
This will include the management of the play referral service, as well as managing an in-patient and out-patient caseload, while providing support and clinical supervision to the wider team.
The post holder will work with the therapy clinical leads as well as the head of acute children's therapy in managing the budgets, looking at workforce planning and governance.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the operational management of the service and be responsible for the development of the service and play team staff.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Specialised Play for Sick Children and Young People/Edexcel Certificate in Specialised
- Hospital Play Specialism or International Degree Level professional equivalent qualification and up to date certification
Desirable
- Management training
- Guided Imagery
- Counselling Certificate
- Additional courses or training in relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience with leading and developing play services, implementing and evaluating innovation and change
- Experience and knowledge relating to different cultures and ethnic groups
- Experience working with children, young people and their families with life threatening and long term illness
Desirable
- Experience in the field of play specialisation in a senior capacity
- Management of junior staff, undertaking annual performance reviews
- Experience of working with patients with challenging behaviours
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and application of therapeutic assessments and interventions relevant to patient group and treatment plan.
- Extensive knowledge in hospital based issues, assessment and structure plans of intervention
Desirable
- Knowledge of the effects of hospitalisation treatment and long term chronic and life
Skills
Essential
- Implementing and evaluating innovation and change
- Excellent interpersonal and management skills
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
Desirable
- Word processing, excel and internet search skills
- Training and presentation skills
Other
Essential
- Current Registration with HPSET or CCLS
- Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice
- Membership of Professional Body
Desirable
- Able to work flexible hours according to need of clinical area
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Specialised Play for Sick Children and Young People/Edexcel Certificate in Specialised
- Hospital Play Specialism or International Degree Level professional equivalent qualification and up to date certification
Desirable
- Management training
- Guided Imagery
- Counselling Certificate
- Additional courses or training in relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience with leading and developing play services, implementing and evaluating innovation and change
- Experience and knowledge relating to different cultures and ethnic groups
- Experience working with children, young people and their families with life threatening and long term illness
Desirable
- Experience in the field of play specialisation in a senior capacity
- Management of junior staff, undertaking annual performance reviews
- Experience of working with patients with challenging behaviours
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and application of therapeutic assessments and interventions relevant to patient group and treatment plan.
- Extensive knowledge in hospital based issues, assessment and structure plans of intervention
Desirable
- Knowledge of the effects of hospitalisation treatment and long term chronic and life
Skills
Essential
- Implementing and evaluating innovation and change
- Excellent interpersonal and management skills
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
Desirable
- Word processing, excel and internet search skills
- Training and presentation skills
Other
Essential
- Current Registration with HPSET or CCLS
- Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice
- Membership of Professional Body
Desirable
- Able to work flexible hours according to need of clinical area
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
