Health Play Assistant

2 weeks ago


Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust Full time

The post holder will be a member of the play department providing inclusive play service within the play centre and throughout the hospital.

To work within the structure of the play department referring to the health play specialist, team leads or the play service manager when necessary.

The post holder will be assigned to a specific area but would be expected to work in other areas as required.

The post holder will hold a level 3 play or equivalent qualification with relevant years work experience in a play/childcare setting.

Create interesting, stimulating and fun environments, where children and siblings can play to fulfil their emotional and social and developmental needs.

Organise activities at the bedside or within play areas to encourage children and young people to engage in play in either 1:1 or group activities.

Provide play distraction before, during and after medical procedures in lone with the play team referrals process.

Maintain a clean and safe child focused environment adhering to trust health and safety policies. Continually risk assessing areas and resources.

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.



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