Jobs bei Hca in Großbritannien

Role: Senior Play Specialist
Site: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children-London
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)

Posted 24 Sep 2025 | Closes 24 Oct 2025

We\'re looking for a Senior Paediatric Play Specialist to join our inpatient team at The Portland Hospital, currently rated "Good" by the CQC. The Portland Hospital is the only independent hospital in the UK entirely dedicated to women and children. Our inpatient and outpatient specialties reflect this, providing clinical expertise in Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Women\'s Health.

As a Senior Play Specialist you will undertake therapeutic assessments and devise play programmes for children and young people in hospital, according to their individual needs and as part of the overall care plan. You will monitor, evaluate and modify therapeutic interventions in order to measure child\'s progress and ensure effectiveness of care plan, working in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to meet the overall care plan for children. You will also act as a mentor to the Play Specialists within the team.

• Foundation Degree in Healthcare Play Specialism - Foundation Degree in Healthcare Play Specialism OR Level 4 Diploma in Specialised Play for Sick Children and Young People
• Minimum of 2 years\' experience (post qualification) of working with children/young people in a hospital environment
• Knowledge of current best evidence-based practice of therapeutic play for ages 0 - 17
• Registered with HPSET

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has grown to be one of the world\'s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we are one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. We offer opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, and we prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. We offer a host of flexible benefits to reflect their invaluable contribution. As a Senior Play Specialist at The Portland Hospital you\'ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across the organisation. You will be expected to uphold and demonstrate our core values, including inclusion, empathy, kindness and excellence.

We are a Disability Confident employer and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.

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