work with us
We are committed to growing a team of dedicated professionals who are working together to transform the lives of young people.
We update this page regularly with vacancies so please keep checking back in, or follow us on LinkedIn for future updates.
Current vacancies
Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner
- Full-time, Permanent
- £24,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner
- Full-time, Permanent
- £24,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Service Manager
- Full-time, Permanent
- £40,000.00 per year
Regional SEND coordinator
- Full-time, Permanent
- £33,000.00 per year
Staff benefits
Highly competitive salary
Annual salary review
Annual holiday allocation of 23 days plus 8 bank holidays
(based on full-time hours)
Competitive pension scheme
Fully funded training and personal development
Provision of mobile phones and IT equipment

Access to over 9,000 perks & benefits through Perkbox
(including freebies!)
Support and opportunities to progress and develop within the company
That’s in addition to the support of experienced and highly qualified colleagues and the knowledge that you are contributing to the mental well-being of the local community.
Get in touch
If you’re interested in working with us but don’t see a suitable vacancy above, we’d still like to hear from you.
Download an application form and email it with your CV to hr@thedare2dreamfoundation.org.uk
Our policies
The Dare2Dream Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We have a robust safer recruitment process in place to prevent unsuitable people from working with children.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Please ensure you download and review our policies before you apply for a role with us.
*Our full Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request or will be provided as part of the application pack.
Our culture and values
Our values are fundamental to what we do and how we work at The Dare2Dream Foundation. We expect all staff to share these values.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency and respect at all times. We are committed to doing the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest path, building trust through our words and actions.
Reliability
We are dependable and consistent in all we do – essential for building trust and respect. We follow through on our commitments ensuring those who rely on us can trust we’ll deliver with care, professionalism, and always on time.
Empathy
We understand and respect the feelings of others. We strive to connect with each individual, putting ourselves in their shoes and providing compassionate support that makes a positive difference.
Approachability
We strive to be open, friendly and easy to talk to. We create an environment where everyone feels comfortable seeking support, sharing ideas and working together.
What our staff say about working for Dare2Dream
Working at Dare2Dream has allowed me to learn, build my confidence and feel supported by a caring and passionate team. The work we do with the young people really makes a positive impact and allows them to achieve their best. Dare2Dream provides a place for you to grow as an individual and ultimately provides a positive work environment.
Every day at Dare2Dream is different, making this career truly unique. This versatile role is perfect for creative thinkers, empathetic listeners and resilient learners, those with a passion for mental health and who love to see children flourish.
Working at Dare2Dream has been an exhilarating experience. The staff and culture here is positively like no other, it truly is an exceptional place to be!
I’m proud to be a Lead Practitioner at Dare2Dream, supporting people to grow in confidence and belief. I enjoy collaborating with teams, developing strengths, and creating meaningful experiences that lead to real change. I feel valued, heard, and appreciate the autonomy of my role.
Join us
Any job offer will be conditional upon the successful completion of all necessary background checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with a barred list check, where appropriate.
We will check employment history and seek clarification for any gaps or discrepancies.
At least two satisfactory references will be required. For roles involving work with children, we will request references specifically about the candidate’s suitability to work with children.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-disclosure form to declare any relevant criminal history or disciplinary matters. For shortlisted candidates, we may conduct online searches to identify any relevant information that is publicly available.