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Yellow Door is recruiting a qualified and experienced Play Therapist to provide therapeutic support for children aged 0–10 through its Frankie Worker Service.
Salary: £30,847–£36,108 full-time equivalent
Hours: 22.5–30 hours per week
Contract: One-year fixed-term contract; self-employed options available
Location: Yellow Door, Southampton, and community settings across Hampshire
Closing date: Open until an appointment is made
The Frankie Worker Service supports children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse, sexual exploitation or female genital mutilation. Working alongside local authorities, the successful applicant will deliver therapeutic sessions in community settings that meet children’s needs.
Applicants should have experience in voluntary or statutory roles, skills in working with children and trauma, and knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic work relating to sexual abuse.
Working hours are negotiable, with Tuesdays required for supervision and team meetings.
Some early evening work may be required. Travel across Hampshire is an essential part of the role, and applicants must be essential car users.
The post involves regulated activity and is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure. Yellow Door is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities, particularly under-represented groups.
View the vacancy, supporting documents and application details on Yellow Door’s website.
For an informal discussion, contact Rachel Edwards or Annabel Rich on 02380 636312, or email recruitment@yellowdoor.org.uk.
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