Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to apply for Team Leader of the Play Team at York Hospital. The play team is a well-established team with highly qualified individuals who have experience from various backgrounds, before starting their career within the NHS.
We are looking for empathetic, passionate and motivated people to apply for the role, who have a vision to move forward in the development of patient centred care. All patients have a crucial part to play within the play team and require intricate and bespoke input, especially children and young adults who suffer anxiety around hospital admissions.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of a large nursing team and play team, as well as the wider multi-disciplinary team under the supervision of the ward managers.
The cover multiple areas within the Trust, which includes; managing staff appraisals, sickness, one to ones, roster allocation and staff meetings.
Driving the team forward and adapting to the multiple demands that come with change, for patients and the environment.
Support the team, students and volunteers in the provision of a safe and caring environment.
Ensure the environment is safe and secure for patients and visitors, providing adequate play resources for patients of varying ages and developmental levels.
For more information about the requirements and responsibilities of the role, please refer to the job description and person specification.
About us
For more information about our Trust, please visit:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Play Specialist
- Foundation Degree in FDA - Healthcare Play Specialism - HPSET (Hospital Play Staff Education Trust)
- Level 3 or 4 qualification in Childcare
Desirable
- Working towards FDA Healthcare Play Specialism
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years employment history working with children following the level 3 qualification
Desirable
- Leadership and management experience
- Working in a hospital setting
Training
Essential
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Ability to demonstrate and explain skills to other staff linking theory into practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Play Specialist
- Foundation Degree in FDA - Healthcare Play Specialism - HPSET (Hospital Play Staff Education Trust)
- Level 3 or 4 qualification in Childcare
Desirable
- Working towards FDA Healthcare Play Specialism
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years employment history working with children following the level 3 qualification
Desirable
- Leadership and management experience
- Working in a hospital setting
Training
Essential
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Ability to demonstrate and explain skills to other staff linking theory into practice
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.
