Tŷ Hafan is a beautiful children’s hospice located on the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan coastline. Covering South, East and West Wales, Tŷ Hafan offer a newly refurbished working environment set within idyllic grounds just a short distance from the metropolitan area of Cardiff.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Children’s Rights and Sensory Education Practitioner to join our friendly, dedicated team at Tŷ Hafan. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours per week, with a requirement to work flexibility over weekends and evenings.
About the role
Due to expansions in our offer of services, we are looking for a passionate and driven Practitioner to join our Family wellbeing and Outreach team and expand our existing educational services. The Children’s Rights and Sensory Education Practitioner role is responsible for ensuring appropriate support structures are in place to encourage children and young people’s participation across all areas of Tŷ Hafan service delivery, in particular those who do not have a voice.
Working alongside the Children’s right and education practitioner, the role will include the development and facilitation of appropriate sensory educational support pathways for children and young people with complex needs, who may be experiencing difficulties accessing statutory education provision due to their specific condition, sensory or communication impairments or emotional wellbeing needs, and to advocate for their rights and care needs within the hospice and in the community.
The post holder will require significant experience in working with children and young people with Complex health needs and understand the impact in which a life shortening condition affects the lives of children and be competent in a range of communicative tools to support children to be included and thrive.
Hours for the role are 37.5 hours. Applicants will be required to work flexibly, weekend and evenings will be required to accommodate service.
About you
About us
Ty Hafan’s ambition is that when a child’s life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. Sadly, we know that thousands of families across Wales face fear, exhaustion and uncertainty as they care for a child whose life will be short. We believe no-one should face this alone, and we are committed to walking alongside families through life, death and beyond.
We are experts in caring for children with life-shortening conditions. Our services support families in the hospice, in community settings, local hospitals and in the family home. We understand that every child and family is unique, and that caring for a child with complex needs can be incredibly demanding. Our aim is simple: to ensure no family faces their child’s short life alone.
Our colleagues, volunteers and supporters play an essential part in delivering this mission. Every role contributes to the lifeline we provide.
Our Vision: A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they and their family need.
Our Purpose: No family should have to face the unimaginable loss of their child alone. With children and families at the heart of all we do, we provide free care and support in our hospice and in the community, offering a lifeline throughout the child’s short life, at end of life, through bereavement and beyond.
Our Values: At Tŷ Hafan we make a difference by living our values: Demonstrating Compassion, Providing Excellent Service, Working Together and Taking Ownership.
Why Join Us?
If you have the passion and drive and think you have what it takes to enrich the lives of the children and families using our services, then we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
To apply, click on the link or contact the hospice for an informal chat about this rewarding role, please contact Kirsty Gibbs, Family Support Lead at Kirsty.gibbs@tyhafan.org or Lynne Phelps, Head of Family Wellbeing & Outreach Services at lynne.phelps@tyhafan.org or contact us on 02920 532 200.
Successful applicants must be UK residents and will be subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and two satisfactory references.
Tips for candidates
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Our Commitment to Inclusion
Tŷ Hafan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including those from underrepresented groups. Recruitment decisions are made based on merit and aligned with our values. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know. Additional information can be found in the attached Support for Neurodiverse Applicants guide.
Please note we may close the vacancy earlier should sufficient applications be received.
Closing date: 8th April 2026
Interview date: 17th April 2026