Location
Trust Wide, London

Hours
Full Time (hours to be confirmed)

Salary
£34,186 per annum

About the Role
The Health Play Specialist role involves supporting the emotional and developmental needs of children and young people within the healthcare environment. You will use play and creative activities to help reduce anxiety, promote understanding of medical procedures, and improve overall patient experience. This role requires working collaboratively with clinical teams to deliver tailored play interventions that support children’s wellbeing and recovery. The full job description provides a detailed overview of key tasks and responsibilities and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required.

Experience
Relevant experience in play work, child development, or healthcare settings is desirable. Experience working with children in a hospital or clinical environment is advantageous.

About you
You should be compassionate, patient, and able to engage effectively with children and their families. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, along with the ability to adapt play activities to meet individual needs.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications and training requirements are detailed in the person specification. Candidates are encouraged to review the full job description and person specification for comprehensive information.