Support Emotional Wellbeing. Empower Through Play. Make a Lasting Impact. Do you have a passion for helping children express themselves, build confidence, and overcome challenges through play? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of young people? Smart Education is currently recruiting a dedicated Play Therapist to work across schools and specialist settings in the Teesside area. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and empathetic professional who thrives on supporting children’s emotional, social, and developmental wellbeing. What You’ll Be Doing: Delivering individual and group play therapy sessions tailored to students’ emotional and developmental needs Supporting children to express feelings, process experiences, and develop coping strategies through structured play Collaborating with teachers, SEND teams, and pastoral staff to integrate therapeutic support into school life Monitoring and documenting student progress and outcomes Creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all students Providing guidance to staff and parents on using play to support emotional wellbeing and personal development Who We’re Looking For: Minimum of 6 months’ UK experience in an educational, therapeutic, or childcare setting – essential Qualified and registered Play Therapist (e.g., BAPT, HCPC, or equivalent) Exper...