Ysgol Cambrian Cambrian Park Clydach Vale Tonypandy CF40 2XXHead of School: Nicola Clark NOR: 176 Age Range 3-19 years POST REF: THRIVE/PLAY THERAPY COORDINATOR 32.5 hours/week (Term Time only) Salary Grade 7 (£31,022 and Special Class Allowance £1,539 x 77.15%) Start Date 1st September 2026 The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a forward thinking and enthusiastic individual to this new role, which will further enhance our therapeutic and wellbeing provision across the school. The Thrive / Play Therapy Coordinator will have an understanding of, and enthusiasm for, creating opportunities for all pupils to achieve their potential, whatever their individual needs, through the delivery of nurturing, play based and relational therapeutic approaches. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to supporting pupils with a wide range of additional learning needs (ALN), including those who may experience emotional regulation difficulties, sensory needs or behaviours that challenge. They will bring a strong understanding of “Thrive principles”, “play based therapeutic interventions”, and “trauma informed practice”, using these to promote emotional safety, connection and resilience. Strong communication skills, a calm and reflective approach, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies are essential. Experience of working with pupils who have additional learning needs (ALN) is essential. If you require any further information about this role, please contact the Head of School, Mrs Nicola Clark, as part of your application. The closing date for applications is 03rd April 2026 at midnight. PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK. The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ Network. An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.