Job Overview
A maternity cover has arisen to lead our Play and Youth Services across West Middlesex and Chelsea sites, working with the Therapy Service team at Chelsea & Westminster. The role involves leading the team, carrying a clinical caseload and working with members of the MDT across the main Paediatric wards on both sites. There is significant scope to develop leadership skills and drive projects such as the use of Virtual Reality.
Key Responsibilities
* Facilitate a positive climate for children and their facilities in healthcare, assisting with the strategic development of play to ensure delivery of a high quality and responsive service.
* Provide expert advice on all matters related to play for Children’s Services, the Trust, and affiliated health services.
* Take a lead concerning the recruitment of Play Service Staff.
* Provide cross‑site line management, organisation, leadership and provision of play services supporting children and young people.
* Provide leadership for designated staff through clinical supervision and support/teaching and appraisal.
* Supervise Hospital Play Specialist and degree‑level students on practice placement.
* Contribute to teaching and research opportunities relevant to play service.
* Maintain a personal clinical caseload working as an advanced practitioner in play within the healthcare setting.
* Take responsibility, in liaison with the Clinical & Divisional lead, for the staff non‑pay budget.
* Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of play services within a designated area, holding responsibility for defined projects.
* Work with our charity partners and stakeholders to improve the care of our children and young people.
Other Information
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Employment is subject to a six‑month probation.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence.
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