Health Play Specialist

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Using theoretical knowledge & evidence based practice the post holder will assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic play interventions whilst being aware of the emotional needs of the hospitalised child. We support a wide range of developmental abilities and some with complex and challenging behaviors. We work alongside the Multi - disciplinary team and liaise with external agencies to support the child in the best possible way in the Hospital environment. Our role utilises our skills and our knowledge of the Hospitalised child to offer them the support they need whilst offering an holistic approach to the care we give to the child and family.

Main duties of the job

We as a team alongside the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust recognises the importance of play and the impact it can have on a patient's experience. We are looking for someone who is committed to meeting the psychological and emotional needs of the child and family in the Hospital environment. A caring and compassionate disposition is required, the ability to show initiative and work alongside the multi-disciplinary team are also essential.

For this post we require

The professional Diploma in Specialised Play for Sick Children and Young People or equivalent or be in the second year of the foundation degree course in Hospital play specialism.
We require you to be a qualified Health Play Specialist and registered with HPSET unless you are undertaking the Foundation degree

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

Date posted

26 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year Dependant on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

321-NOTSS-6095419-B4-A

Job locations

Children's Hospital - JR

Headley Way Headington Oxford

Oxford

OX3 9DU

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Health Play specialist uses theoretical knowledge & evidence-based practice the post holder will assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic play interventions whilst being aware of the emotional needs of the hospitalised child and their family. We work very closely with the multi disciplinary team and the wider community.

For further details please read the job description and person specification .

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details please read the job description and person specification .

Person Specification

Qualification/Training

Essential

FdA Healthcare Play Specialism/ Professional Diploma in Specialised Play for Sick Children and Young People or equivalent
Registered with HPSET

Desirable

Evidence of other relevant training

Experience

Essential

Experience and evidence of further development
Evidence of working within a MDT team

Desirable

Experience of working with adolescents and children with special needs including those with challenging behavior

Personal Qualities

Essential

Able to function effectively in challenging situations
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Able to use initiative and be able to cope and adjust to change

Desirable

Basic counselling skills

Circumstances

Desirable

Able to work flexibly to meet with the needs of the service in conjunction with other members of the team

Person Specification

Qualification/Training

Essential

FdA Healthcare Play Specialism/ Professional Diploma in Specialised Play for Sick Children and Young People or equivalent
Registered with HPSET

Desirable

Evidence of other relevant training

Experience

Essential

Experience and evidence of further development
Evidence of working within a MDT team

Desirable

Experience of working with adolescents and children with special needs including those with challenging behavior

Personal Qualities

Essential

Able to function effectively in challenging situations
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Able to use initiative and be able to cope and adjust to change

Desirable

Basic counselling skills

Circumstances

Desirable

Able to work flexibly to meet with the needs of the service in conjunction with other members of the team

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.