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Job summary

Are you fun, creative, confident and passionate about caring for children with complex health needs. We are looking for a play leader to join our team; leading play and activities in the hospice to enrich the lives of the children. Play leaders are key members of the Zoe’s Place team, working with nurses, Health Care Assistants, fundraising staff, play specialists and outside agencies. The play leader will develop age- appropriate play plans for children with complex care needs, contributing towards the holistic care of the children we support. Within the care team, the postholder will promote an awareness of the emotional needs of children and the importance of play, working in partnership with parents, siblings, carers and care staff and encouraging positive play experiences. The postholder will ensure that all care and interactions are of the highest standards.  

Main duties of the job

Establish and maintain effective communication with children, families and professionals across health and social care services. Ensure that all children receive the appropriate play and stimulation related to their emotional / developmental needs. Organise and facilitate said play with support. Devise individualised play plans for children. Create individual developmental and play assessments for every child, adjusting when the childs needs have changed, with support. Ensure that individual children’s care plans are followed to the highest standards. Provide psycho-social, emotional and physical care and support to children and families. Create a warm, welcoming, caring and safe environment, which is child-friendly. Through the provision of play provide support for the families and siblings that are under stress and in crisis, demonstrating commitment to family-centred care. Inform, educate, support and advise families about the role of play. Normalise the hospice environment to replicate activities which can be done in other settings. Advocate for the child and family, recognising challenges and supporting decisions and choices. Arrange trips and activities for children in line with Zoes Place Patient outings and transport policy and Sibling outings and activities policy. Create opportunities for legacy building (memory-making) for families by providing them with options and resources.  

For an informal chat about the role, please contact the hospice between 9am and 5pm on 01642 457985. (Ask for Head of Care, or Deputy Head of Care) 

Closing date 7th July 2025.

   

Could you be the next member of the Zoe’s Place fundraising team?    We’re looking for an ambitious Corporate Fundraiser to join our friendly team based out of our Coventry hospice. You’ll be supporting our vibrant Business Club along with developing new relationships to grow our corporate partners.   If you’re looking for an exciting and rewarding role this could be the position for you. You’ll be joining the team at an exciting time having lots of new fundraising opportunities crammed into the next couple of years.     For an informal chat please contact Lisa Harrison – Byrne on 02476361675.  To apply please send a cover letter and current CV stating how your skills align with the job description to lisa.harrison-byrne@zoes-place.org.uk Full Job Description   Closing date 14^th July 2025 at 17:00   Interviews taking place Tuesday 22^nd July 2025 in Coventry   Please no contact from agencies