Play Therapist

Play Therapists/Counsellors Salary: £200 - £225 per day, based on skills and experience

5 available days across The Inclusive Education Trust (Ashford, Reigate and Guildford)

We are seeking to appoint inspirational and committed play therapists/counsellors on a contract for services basis, to join our Therapeutic Team as part of an exciting pilot outreach programme working with partner primary schools of the Inclusive Education Trust across Key Stages 1 and 2. The location and operational area for the roles will be allocated and based within the four Surrey quadrants.

This pilot project is designed to strengthen early intervention and inclusive practice, supporting children with emerging Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), behavioural, and pastoral needs. The role will contribute to reducing barriers to learning, improving engagement, and preventing escalation to more intensive provision and risk of permanent exclusion.

We are keen to hear from you if you have the required training and experience of working with children and young people with Social, Emotional, Behavioural and Mental Health Needs.

In addition to your specialist therapeutic proficiency, great verbal and written communication, excellent interpersonal skills and efficient and accountable record management are essential attributes.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced or newly qualified therapists to join a growing service, offering competitive day rates.

You will provide therapeutic interventions via a contract for services (self-employed basis).

For further information/role requirements please contact Becky Bonham-Carter, Therapeutic Service Manager, at

We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received, so early applications are encouraged. The role may close early if the right candidate is found.