Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

20/10/2025

We're looking for several Public Governors to join us. You'll be asked to scrutinise our decisions, and to help shape our plans for the future.

More about the Public Governor Role:

- Voluntary role
- Plenty of opportunities to get involved
- To become a hospital Governor you need to be a Member of Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, follow this link to sign up to be a member: https://buff.ly/UXZlo9w
- Nominations are open now, so become a Member first if you'd like to apply to be a Governor

The deadline for completed nomination forms is 5pm on 27 October 2025.
Apply on line at: https://buff.ly/LpA3QuF

20/10/2025

Happy Diwali from Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Wishing all our staff, patients, and families a joyful and peaceful Diwali. May this Festival of Lights bring hope, happiness, and good health to everyone.

20/10/2025

🔹 Congratulations to Our Publicly Brilliant Award Winners: Barnsley Mortuary Team 🔹

We are proud to recognise the exceptional work of our Mortuary Team.

This dedicated team provides compassionate care to every deceased patient from Barnsley Hospital and the wider community. They support bereaved families with dignity and professionalism, ensuring loved ones are treated with the utmost respect throughout their final journey.

Often working behind the scenes, their role is essential. Funeral directors, colleagues, and families consistently commend their empathy, reliability, and commitment. We are delighted to celebrate their contribution and thank them for the vital role they play within our Trust.

18/10/2025

Don't forget to book onto our Antenatal Education classes help you prepare for childbirth and early parenting. Classes cover topics such as pain management, labour and birthing, care of the newborn, infant feeding, safe sleep and both maternal and paternal wellbeing. You are encouraged to ask questions, share experiences and connect with others. We hope our classes will enhance your confidence and reduce anxiety, ultimately helping families feel more prepared for when baby arrives. This months classes will be held on the 25th and 26th of October. Find out more on our website.

Covering essential topics such as pain relief in labour, induction of labour, feeding and bathing your baby and more.

17/10/2025

🎉 Celebrating 50 Years of Play in Hospitals Week! 🎉

What an unforgettable week! As we wrap up our 50th anniversary of Play in Hospitals Week, we’re celebrating the joy, creativity, and community spirit that made it so special.

✨ Our amazing staff brought the fun with playful costumes, from Mario to a friendly dinosaur!
🐾 Young visitors bonded with Sabrina, our wonderful therapy dog, who brought comfort and smiles throughout the week.
⚽ We were also joined by Toby Tyke and a Barnsley FC footballer, adding excitement and local pride to the celebrations!

Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make this milestone week so memorable.

16/10/2025

🌟 Meet Sophie – Play Leader at Barnsley Hospital 🌟

Hi, I’m Sophie, and I’ve been a Play Leader at Barnsley for nearly 2 years.
There’s something truly special about helping to turn a scary hospital experience into a positive one through something every child loves… PLAY!

Play isn’t just fun – it helps children feel safe, relaxed, and better understand what’s happening around them. I love supporting children and families by bringing a bit of normality during what can be a worrying time. 💛

💬 A few fun facts about me:
🦒 Favourite animal: Giraffe
💃 Hidden talent: I can tap dance!
🦸♀️ If I could have a superpower: I’d want to fly – so I could visit lots of places and get everywhere fast!

Thanks for getting to know me – I’m proud to be part of the Play Team supporting children and families at Barnsley Hospital.

16/10/2025

🌟 Meet Lorraine – Play Leader at Barnsley Hospital 🌟

Hi, I’m Lorraine. I qualified as a nursery nurse many years ago, and my career has taken me in a few different directions since then. But for almost 19 years, I’ve been proud to work as a Hospital Play Leader here at Barnsley Hospital.

This job is incredibly varied – fun at times, unpredictable at others – and no two days are ever the same (but that’s kids for you! 😊).

To a child or young person, the hospital can feel like a scary place. A big part of our role is to help make their experience a positive one. Through play, distraction, and communication at their level of understanding, we help children make sense of what’s happening around them.

Supporting children and young people through their hospital journey – and seeing things through their eyes – is what makes this job so worthwhile. 💛

💬 A few fun facts about me:
🏝 What would I take to a desert island? A big boat!
🍛 Favourite food: Thai food! (Visiting Thailand is high on my wish list!)
✈️ Hobbies: Family – first, last, and always. I also love to travel and explore new places.

Thanks for taking the time to get to know me – I’m honoured to be part of the team supporting children and families at Barnsley Hospital.

16/10/2025

Today is Restart A Heart Day!

Every October, an alliance of partners all over the world come together to increase public awareness of cardiac arrests and increase the number of people trained in life saving CPR and defibrillation awareness.

16/10/2025

🌟 Meet Liv – Play Leader at Barnsley Hospital 🌟

Hi, I’m Liv, and I’m one of the Play Leaders here at Barnsley Hospital. I’ve been in this role for almost 3 years now, and I honestly couldn’t be happier!

I absolutely adore my job – it’s incredibly rewarding. My favourite part of being a Play Leader is supporting children through their hospital journey and making sure it’s as positive, fun, and comforting as possible.

It means a lot when a child remembers me from a previous visit – being that gentle, friendly face that helps ease their worries is so special. Whether it’s with a bit of kindness, play, or distraction, I do my best to sprinkle a little magic every day.

From painting rainbows, doing Elsa plaits, to hosting pretend tea parties with dinosaurs, I try to fill every hospital stay with laughter, imagination, and plenty of smiles. 💛✨

💬 A few fun facts about me:
🐧 What animal would I be? A penguin – because I’m bubbly, playful, and don’t stop talking!
💰 If I won the lottery? I’d help my family, buy a big house, get 4 sausage dogs, and open a zoo!

Thanks for reading and getting to know a little bit about me – I’m so proud to be part of the amazing Play Team here at Barnsley!

16/10/2025

Last night, Barnsley Hospital lit up blue and pink as part of the marking the end of (9-15 October), as we joined the Global Wave of Light — a powerful moment of unity and remembrance.

The week is a time to remember and honour all the precious babies who have died too soon. It brings together families, friends, and healthcare professionals across the world to reflect, raise awareness, and help break the silence surrounding pregnancy and baby loss.

For many families, this week holds deep emotional significance. It is a time to pause, to say their baby’s name, to share their story, and to know that they are not alone. Each ribbon tied, each candle lit, and each act of remembrance carries love, grief, and the unbreakable bond between parents and their babies. A visible reminder that their baby is remembered not only by them, but by a worldwide community that understands their loss and a moment where hearts join together in shared remembrance, lighting the darkness with love. At Barnsley Hospital we honour their strength, acknowledge their grief, and celebrate the lasting impact of every precious life, no matter how brief.

15/10/2025

🌟 Meet Sonya– Play Leader at Barnsley Hospital 🌟

Hi, I’m Sonya, and I’ve been a Play Leader at Barnsley Hospital for almost 19 years!
I absolutely love my job – no two days are ever the same, and the best part is helping to make children smile, even during the most difficult situations. Bringing comfort and a little bit of joy is what makes this role so special. 💛

💬 A few fun facts about me:
📺 Favourite TV programme: I enjoy all sorts of TV – especially a good drama
📖 Autobiography title: Drama Lama 😄
😱 What scares me? Spiders and snakes!
🐶🐢 Pets: I’ve got a fluffy Cockerpoo called Dexter and a tortoise named Tokio
🍕 Favourite food: Pizza – always a winner!

Thanks for getting to know a little about me – I’m proud to be part of such a brilliant team supporting children and families here at Barnsley Hospital. 💬