Health Play Specialist Role with Sponsorship in London | Join Great Ormond Street Hospital | Apply Now

Location
London

Type
Permanent Part Time 30 hours per week

Salary (£)
£31,944 – £34,937 per annum

About Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) has been a beacon of care for children and young people for over 150 years. They combine expert medical treatment with a warm, supportive environment where every child’s experience matters. GOSH is known for championing diversity and inclusion and fostering a team spirit that puts patients and staff first. If you want to be part of a place where your work truly makes a difference, this could be the next step in your career.

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive work environment where your ideas matter
• Opportunities to learn and grow with ongoing training
• Part time hours to help balance your life and career
• Working in a world-renowned hospital with a strong team ethos
• Accredited Living Wage Employer ensuring fair pay

Requirements

• FdA in Healthcare Play Specialism or equivalent qualification such as HPSC, HPSEB, or Child Life Specialist
• Registered with Society of Health Play Specialists or Certified Child Life Specialist
• Good command of English and Maths, minimum 5 GCSEs
• Strong understanding of therapeutic play and child development
• Experience working with children in healthcare settings
• Ability to plan and deliver creative play programmes to ease hospital anxieties
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to reflect on your practice and work closely with the team
• Basic knowledge of health legislation and confidentiality
• Flexibility and eagerness to learn new ideas

Salary Details

• Annual pay range from £31,944 to £34,937 based on experience and qualifications
• Part time contract, 30 hours per week allowing for work-life balance

About the Role

This Health Play Specialist role is all about making a real difference to children’s hospital experience at GOSH. You will work closely with young patients to reduce their fear and anxiety through therapeutic play. It’s not just about play — it’s about supporting their wellbeing and helping them cooperate during treatments. You’ll manage your own caseload, design tailored play programmes, and communicate clearly with patients, families, and the clinical team. This role fits perfectly if you want to bring creativity and compassion to the frontline of healthcare, knowing your work shapes positive outcomes every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out therapeutic assessments and design personalised play plans that support children’s care
• Use play to prepare patients for procedures and help distract and calm them during treatments
• Monitor how well your interventions work and adjust plans to get the best outcomes
• Work closely with medical teams to align play with overall care plans
• Support your colleagues in the Play Team and share knowledge across wards
• Reflect on your practice and refer issues to your manager when needed
• Maintain accurate records of play interventions and patient progress
• Ensure a safe, respectful environment where children feel heard and supported

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check to ensure patient safety and security.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from those needing Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered equally with other candidates. For details visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Great Ormond Street Hospital is proud to be an inclusive employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including BAME communities, people with disabilities, and LGBT+ members. They strive for a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Employer Details

• Company Name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
• Address Great Ormond Street, London
• Contact details available on the official GOSH careers site

Reference Number
271-NPE-7172632

How To Apply
If you want to join a passionate team and help transform children’s hospital journeys, don’t wait. Apply now to secure your place and make an impact today.