Staff testimonials...

“Working at Kite Ridge as a Class Teacher was one of my most fulfilling roles as a Teacher. Kite Ridge is truly a unique setting, the pupils have high levels of needs and Kite Ridge staff work together as a team to support and fulfil those needs in the best possible way.  No two days are the same. There is immense flexibility in welcoming new and innovative ways of thinking and applying a range of fun, dynamic ways to engage pupils in learning and day to day tasks.”

“Working at Kite Ridge is the most rewarding job I have ever had. Not only working with great students, but I have made friends for life with staff members. Kite Ridge feels much more like a family than a workplace.”

“Kite Ridge is a good place to work as we are all a team and we support each other. We always put the students’ best interests at heart and putting a smile on their face each day is the most rewarding part of the job.”

"Working at Kite Ridge has taught me more about myself and what I have the ability to do than I realised. Working together as a team to develop the best possible environment for learning simultaneously allows strong relationships to be built with students, which is extremely rewarding." 

Current Vacancies

Music Therapist

We are seeking a qualified Music Therapist with a passion for providing valuable support for a small group of secondary aged students with a range of leaning and behavioural needs.

One morning a week, you will provide both individual and group (max. 10) music therapy sessions within a school setting that operates within a culture of Unconditional Positive Regard.  Whilst the sessions will mainly be student led, you will help to shape the individuals’ experience by offering creative ideas for expression.

You will give feedback on sessions to school staff as well and providing brief half termly reports for each student.

Musical instruments, PA equipment and visual aids are provided by school.

Essential criteria

• Qualified Music Therapist (EG Masters Degree in MT)
• HCPC registered - working to HCPC Standards of Proficiency 2024
• Experience in developing and implementing strategies for Music and Wellbeing
• Good communication skills
• Innovative, independent and creative approach to working with young people
• Flexibility

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working within a school setting
• Experience of working with people who present with challenging behaviour

Safeguarding statement

Kite Ridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.

Further information

To express interest, please contact our school via email: office@kiteridge.bucks.sch.uk or telephone: 01494 448497.  Visits are strongly encouraged.