Employer Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS
Site Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals
Town Barnet
Salary £29,485 - £31,088 per annum inclusive of HCAS, Pro-rata
Salary period Yearly
Closing 16/04/2025 23:59
Band 3 Health Play Assistant/Nursery Nurse
Band 3
Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
The available vacancy is at Barnet, Edgware and Chase Farm hospitals.
The post-holder will be required to work cross sites.
Main duties of the job
The main part of this role will be to work within areas, which includes inpatient ward, day surgery/ambulatory ward, and children's outpatients. You may also be required to work with children in other units that children are seen within the Trust. You will need to have experience working with babies, children and young people in a healthcare setting. In return you will have the opportunity to expand your skills, access training and be supported in your professional development.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* To accompany children/young people to other departments within the hospital as appropriate with or without an accompanying nurse. For example, supporting children in the theatre anaesthetic room, MRI, etc.
* To provide preparation for invasive and non-invasive procedures, distraction therapy and post procedural activities/support.
* To encourage and support parents to join in play with their child/young person.
* Use communication skills to talk to children and families, report any issues to nurse in charge, including any safeguarding issues.
* Support distressed parents/carers when their child has gone into theatres or at any other distressing time.
* Contribute to written reports or assessments of children/young people as required, including day to day continuous documentation.
Responsibility for Children and Their Families
* To always behave in a manner that is professional, positive and polite.
* To help create a warm, welcoming, and safe environment that is child friendly.
* To liaise closely with the MDT to provide a holistic approach to meeting the needs of the child and the family.
* To have knowledge, respect and understanding of cultural needs of children/young people from various ethnic and religious backgrounds.
* Act as an advocate at all times for both children and their family, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Minimum Requirements
* Experience of working with babies/children and young people in hospital setting
* Experience of effective working as a team member
* Experience of working with parents and extended families
* Experience of working with children with special needs including those with challenging behaviour
* Documented evidence of continuing Professional Development
Person specification
Education and Professional Qualifications
* NNEB/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent training in childcare and development
Experience
* Experience of working with babies/children and young people in hospital setting
* Experience of effective working as a team member
* Experience of working with parents and extended families
* Experience of working with children with special needs including those with challenging behaviour
* Documented evidence of continuing Professional Development
Skills and Aptitudes
* A full understanding and ability to apply preparation, distraction therapy and post procedure play skills
* Basic knowledge of child protection policies and relevant health legislation
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients/families and staff
* Basic competency using Word and Excel
* Knowledge of NAHPS professional code of conduct and its application in practice
Values
* Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19. We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.
Additional Information
* Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.
* Please note: Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.
* Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
* Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.
* Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.
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