Our team of play workers are a diverse group of amazing people, with different specialisms of working with children and young people. This playful bunch support and encourage children to explore and learn through play; helping develop more resilient children.
Every team member has an Enhanced DBS check and safeguarding training. Our staff training package also includes:
Some of our part time practitioners have worked with children using the charity’s services for over ten years. They stay because of the relationships they have developed with children and their families. This is one of our greatest asset.
The trustees are in the main parents of children with disabilities or mental health needs and have lived experience of the challenges facing families of SEND children and young people.
The Board has professional skills to help the charity to strategically develop.
If you are interested in joining our Board of Trustees, please contact Amy by email: amy.swanson@parksforplay.org
Watch this space for details!
Sobia is a school Teaching Assistant who is happily married and a proud mother of three teenagers. Her youngest, who has a learning disability including autism and ADHD, regularly attends Source which has become a very important focal point in his life. Parks for Play has been a lifeline for her son and his mental health. She looks forward in helping to keep the vital services Parks for Play provide to the local community.
With over 15 years’ experience across SEND, disability education, sport, and employability, Ajay is passionate about creating meaningful and inclusive opportunities for children, young people, and adults with physical and learning disabilities. Throughout his career, he has focused on developing innovative programmes that empower individuals to build confidence, develop skills, and achieve positive outcomes.
Uvarlyn is a freelance Sales & Marketing Professional, who has had over 12 years experience as a fundraiser, ambassador and chairperson for various charities. Having used Parks For Play Services play sessions at the very beginning of its formation 20 years ago, she has seen the passionate and positive impact it has made to countless lives within the local community, and therefore feels compelled to assist with prolonging it’s legacy to ensure its vital services can continue, particularly whilst there’s growing demand.
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