Support children through play and distraction as a Play Assistant in Peterborough, applying child development awareness within hospital care. Work across two sites as part of an expanding Trust Play Team.

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust provides play support and interventions for children and young people aged 0-17 years. The role contributes to holistic care and experience, while demonstrating play’s importance to the multidisciplinary team. You will work across children’s inpatient and outpatient services.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide child-focused play for hospitalised children
- Deliver play, distraction, and preparation activities
- Cover Amazon Ward and outpatient services
- Maintain developmental, age-appropriate play areas
- Provide suitable activities and resources seven days weekly

Requirements:

- Hold a Level 3 childcare qualification
- Show awareness of child development
- Understand children’s emotional needs in hospital
- Demonstrate motivation and enthusiasm for child-focused play
- Work across Peterborough or Hinchingbrooke sites

Bring child development awareness and enthusiastic play support to children receiving care across North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.

📌 Paediatric Hospital Play Assistant (Canada)
🏢 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
📍 Canada