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Careers at Wild Minds

Help Young People Thrive

At Wild Minds, we believe exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people.

We are always looking to connect with talented, compassionate and motivated professionals who want to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

As we continue to grow across Buckinghamshire and Berkshire, opportunities regularly become available across our education, therapeutic, operational and specialist teams. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Why Wild Minds

Why Join Wild Minds?

Working at Wild Minds is more than a job. You will become part of a supportive, ambitious and growing organisation committed to helping young people achieve positive outcomes through personalised education, therapeutic support and meaningful relationships.

Supportive and collaborative team

Work alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team committed to positive outcomes.

Meaningful career progression

We promote from within wherever possible as the organisation grows.

Ongoing professional development

CPD, SEND and SEMH training, safeguarding, therapeutic approaches, and leadership development.

Specialist skill development

Opportunities to develop expertise in animal-assisted practice, trauma-informed approaches, and more.

Flexible working where appropriate

We understand the value of work-life balance and offer flexibility where roles allow.

A role where you can genuinely change lives

Every day brings the opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to a young person.

Depending on your role, you may work across one or more of our specialist sites, supporting students in classrooms, vocational settings, practical learning environments and our farm campus.

Opportunities

Current and Future Opportunities

We welcome expressions of interest from professionals working within the following areas.

Education

·Teachers
·SEND Teachers
·Tutors
·Functional Skills Tutors
·Vocational Tutors
·Teaching Assistants (TAs)
·Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs)
·Learning Support Practitioners

Student Support

·Coaches
·Support Workers
·Senior Support Workers
·Senior Provision Leads
·Mentors
·Behaviour Mentors
·Pastoral Practitioners
·Youth Workers

Therapy and Clinical

·Counsellors
·Psychotherapists
·Occupational Therapists
·Speech and Language Therapists (SaLT)
·Mental Health Practitioners
·Registered Social Workers
·Educational Psychologists
·Assistant Psychologists
·Family Support Practitioners

Specialist Provision

·Animal Care Practitioners
·Construction and Practical Skills Tutors
·Sports Coaches
·Outdoor Learning Practitioners
·Employability Coaches
·Creative Arts Practitioners

Community and Justice

·Youth Justice Practitioners
·Early Help Practitioners
·Community Mentors

Operations

·Administrators
·Business Support
·Site and Facilities Staff
·Maintenance Staff
·Volunteers

Values and Qualities

What We're Looking For

We recruit for values as well as experience. We recognise that excellent practitioners come from a wide range of professional backgrounds and welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills.

Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
Kind, patient and emotionally intelligent
Reliable, proactive and adaptable
Excellent communicators and team players
Committed to safeguarding and inclusion
Willing to learn, develop and contribute to a positive team culture

Investing in Our Staff

Professional Development

We are committed to investing in our staff. Where possible, we aim to develop and promote our own people as the organisation grows.

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Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
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SEND and SEMH training
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Safeguarding training
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Leadership development
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Therapeutic approaches
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Mentoring and coaching
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Internal promotion opportunities

Get in Touch

Register Your Interest

We recruit throughout the year and are always interested in hearing from exceptional people. If you believe you would be a good fit for Wild Minds, we would love to hear from you.

Complete the form below to register your expression of interest. Please also email your CV and a covering letter to office@wildmindspro.com outlining the type of role you are seeking, your experience and qualifications, your availability, and why you would like to join Wild Minds.

Suitable applicants will be contacted when opportunities become available.

Our Commitment

Safer Recruitment

Wild Minds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures.

Enhanced DBS checks
Identity and right to work checks
Qualification verification
Employment references

Equal Opportunities Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background, disability, age, ethnicity, gender, or religion.

Ready to make a difference?

We would love to hear from you. Register your interest above or send your CV directly.