Hospital Play Specialist

2 weeks ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified hospital play specialist to work within our well established play team at UHND on Ward 7 in the Paediatric Assessment Area.

We are looking for a highly motivated Hospital Play Specialist who is committed to providing high quality care to the children and young people that attend our busy childrens wards at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.


The post holder would be involved in contributing and developing the maintenance of an age appropriate environment where play and recreation occurs naturally.

They will work closely with all members of the MDT team to support children, young people and their families during their admission.


The Play Specialist will work to fulfil the emotional, social and developmental needs of the patient and to provide a welcoming, safe and secure environment for the children and young people while hospitalised.


If you have great communication skills, a solid foundation of experience with children and young people and a passion for play, we would love to hear from you.



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