Kisimul

We exist to enable meaningful lives by bringing to life aspirations, goals and dreams with compassion and kindness
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Kisimul Group, established in 1977, is a leading organisation providing exceptional services for individuals with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs. With more than 1300 dedicated colleagues working across over 40 locations in the UK, Kisimul offers services including registered schools, a college, care homes, residential care, and supported living for both children and adults.

The organisation takes a therapeutically informed approach. Through a collaborative multidisciplinary effort, the focus remains on the physical, mental, emotional, and social wellbeing of every person receiving support.

Employee engagement and wellbeing remain top priorities for Kisimul Group. The organisation delivers a variety of initiatives, including monthly physical health focus campaigns and opportunities for co production, ensuring colleagues are actively involved in shaping the company’s values and culture. Open communication is promoted through the employee forum, which provides a structured space for colleagues to share feedback and contribute to organisational development.

Kisimul Group is equally committed to recognising and celebrating colleague contributions. The Village, the organisation’s peer to peer recognition programme, enables colleagues to celebrate great achievements and nominate one another when they demonstrate outstanding practice aligned with company values. In addition, Kisimul hosts an annual awards event where colleagues are recognised for exceptional work and impact.

Supporting career growth is central to Kisimul’s culture. The competency based career progression framework provides clear pathways for development, supported by competency related pay and a structured recognition programme. The organisation also provides access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications and professional training.

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Personal Growth

84% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

Colleagues access fully funded, nationally accredited qualifications and a competency career progression framework. This structured pathway allows Life Practitioners and other operational roles to develop skills at their own pace. By linking these milestones to pay increases, the organisation ensures professional development is both accessible and tangibly rewarded.
My Team

86% of staff agreed

My team is fun to work with

The organisation promotes collaboration through leadership days and cross-functional projects. Online communication tools and the intranet facilitate connection across 40 locations. Furthermore, the annual Awards Festival and monthly values awards programme celebrate team achievements, with the Employee Forum selecting winners to ensure fair, peer-led recognition.
Wellbeing

81% of staff agreed

Help is available to support my mental wellbeing

The business prioritises health through regular campaigns, covering topics like vaccine education and sleep quality. By auditing night colleagues' specific Wellbeing concerns, the organisation matches resources to actual needs. This targeted approach, alongside their therapeutically informed strategy, supports the physical and emotional health of the entire workforce.
Personal Growth
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84% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

Colleagues access fully funded, nationally accredited qualifications and a competency career progression framework. This structured pathway allows Life Practitioners and other operational roles to develop skills at their own pace. By linking these milestones to pay increases, the organisation ensures professional development is both accessible and tangibly rewarded.
My Team
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86% of staff agreed

My team is fun to work with

The organisation promotes collaboration through leadership days and cross-functional projects. Online communication tools and the intranet facilitate connection across 40 locations. Furthermore, the annual Awards Festival and monthly values awards programme celebrate team achievements, with the Employee Forum selecting winners to ensure fair, peer-led recognition.
Personal Growth
%

84% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

Colleagues access fully funded, nationally accredited qualifications and a competency career progression framework. This structured pathway allows Life Practitioners and other operational roles to develop skills at their own pace. By linking these milestones to pay increases, the organisation ensures professional development is both accessible and tangibly rewarded.

Quick Facts

Organisation established in
1998
Total number of UK employees
Number of UK locations
40
Employee average age
44% : 56%
Male : Female employee ratio
13%
Employees earning £35k+
23%
Employee turnover (voluntary)
Quote from the top
Kisimul is built on the passion and dedication of our colleagues, who make a real difference every day to the lives of the people we support. Over the past year, we’ve continued strengthening our culture by embedding our values and celebrating the amazing achievements of our teams through The Village and our annual awards. We’re proud of the environment we’re creating together — one where people feel valued, recognised, and supported to grow.

Rochelle Dunkerley, People Director - Kisimul

Benefits

Family-friendly

Companies offering school hours contracts to all staff.

Women in Senior Management

At least 40% of senior managers are women.

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