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Play Therapist

We are recruiting a Play Therapist to provide trauma-informed therapeutic support to children living within The Wish Centre’s refuge who have been affected by domestic abuse. Working closely with refuge staff and the wider team, this role plays a vital part in supporting children to process their experiences, build resilience and begin their journey towards recovery.

Part-time 20 hours per week | Fixed Term | Blackburn (Refuge Based)

Salary: Actual Salary £15,600 - £16,640 per annum

Closing date: 2nd April 2026

To find out more about the role, our values and how to apply, please download the recruitment pack below.

Occupational Requirement

This post is open to female applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, as being female is considered a Genuine Occupational Requirement for this role.

The Wish Centre delivers specialist domestic abuse services to women who have experienced male violence and abuse. Due to the nature of the role, including providing trauma-informed support, working with highly sensitive disclosures, and upholding service users’ privacy, dignity and safety, we have determined that this requirement is proportionate and lawful.

Please note that we do not accept C.V.'s, all applicants will be required to complete an online application: The Wish Centre Application Form - Play Therapist

Should you require the application form in a different format, please email stephanie.sayers@thewishcentre.org

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