Placements: 01.05.19

Location   AgeVacancies
Lioncare School  7-15 yrs0
Springfields   6-12 yrs1
Westfields 10-14 yrs2
Hillfields12-16 yrs0
18+
Portland Road+18 years0
West House+18 years0
Hill House+18 years0
New Church Rd+18 years0

If you need to contact us regarding referrals we have a dedicated e-mail address for this: referrals@lioncare.co.uk

Recruiting Now: 01.05.19

If you interested in working with us, please download, complete and return to recruitment@lioncare.co.uk the application form, which you can find by clicking on the link below:

Application Form

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19

Please Note: in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy, there are no circumstances where a CV is an appropriate method of application for employment with The Lioncare Group, and only a fully completed Application Form will be accepted.

References will always be followed up and any offer of employment is always subject to pre-employment
checks being undertaken; these include confirmation of a satisfactory Enhanced DBS and a thorough check for any prohibitions, sanctions and restrictions that might prevent the candidate from taking part in certain activities or working in specific positions.

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Special Needs Class Teacher (BESD/SEMH)

April 16, 2019 Written by Matt Vince
Special Needs Class Teacher (BESD/SEMH)

Established in 1995, The Lioncare School is an innovative DfES registered small S.E.B.D independent Therapeutic School in Brighton & Hove, offering a special, trauma-informed curriculum for up to 17 children and young people aged 6-16 who have complex learning needs and display challenging behaviours.

The Lioncare School is looking for an experienced, passionate, and resilient teacher to join us on our journey to becoming an outstanding provider of therapeutic education. Able to embrace an innovative curriculum model, child-focused systems and holding high expectations you will be an exceptional teacher who understands the challenges and rewards of working with vulnerable children aged from 6-16 who need specialist, attachment-aware provision. Essential personal qualities are good humour, empathy, balance and robustness; in addition a proven ability to inspire reluctant learners with complex needs, and an understanding of working with violence and aggression are all key skills for this post.

We are keen to find the right individual to join our therapeutic community and therefore we are looking for either:

  • An experienced SEND Key Stage Four practitioner capable of supporting learners with their transition to Post 16 provision through effective advice and guidance and the delivery of suitable qualifications, up to, and including, GCSE.
  • A creative and resilient Key Stage Three teacher with substantial experience in working through challenging behaviours to promote excellent progress in key skills.

We would also welcome applications from experienced Upper Key Stage Two teachers looking to challenge themselves and develop their skills.

We offer:

  • Salary commensurate with national pay scales, salary progression, and potential TLR available for additional responsibilities.
  • Excellent training and opportunities for continuous professional development
  • Effective practice support, guidance, ongoing experiential learning, and coaching
  • Working in one of the country’s leading providers of therapeutic childcare and education
  • A supportive, caring, and understanding working environment
  • Real job satisfaction
  • A chance to make a real difference in the lives of children

Job Description

Application Form

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19

Learning Support Assistant
(38.75 hrs. p/wk. term-time with paid leave through school holidays)

April 16, 2019 Written by Matt Vince
Learning Support Assistant <br>(38.75 hrs. p/wk. term-time with paid leave through school holidays)

Working in our Therapeutic SEBD School (rated Good by Ofsted in December 2017) and under the guidance of our qualified Special Needs Class Teachers and the Leadership Team, your role is to meet the everyday but complex and challenging learning needs of the children and young people attending our School, support their educational progress and access to learning, and offer them real and meaningful experiences of living-to-learn and learning-to-live.

Starting basic salary range: £16,543.00 (£8.21 per hour) – £17,551.00 (£8.71 per hour) depending on prior experience in the role & qualifications + additional duties allowances & regular salary progression up to £17,913.00 (£8.89 per hour). Full Orientation & Induction programme provided. Commitment to continuing professional learning & development opportunities throughout your career including attendance on our own accredited Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Child Care & Education and other courses.

Job Description – Learning Support Assistant

Application Form 

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19

Therapeutic Carer
(24-40 hrs/wk. [shifts])

April 16, 2019 Written by Matt Vince
Therapeutic Carer <br> (24-40 hrs/wk. [shifts])

Working in our Therapeutic Homes and supporting children attending our Therapeutic School, your role is to meet the everyday but complex and challenging needs of the children and young people in our care, support them in understanding and managing their conflicted emotions and behaviour, and offer them real and meaningful experiences of living, relating, and learning.

Starting basic salary range based on a 40 hour working week:

  • £18,701.00 [£8.99 per hour] (limited prior experience in the role)
  • £19,121.00 [£9.19 per hour] (some prior experience in the role)
  • £19,552.00 [£9.40 per hour] (regular prior experience in the role)
  • £19,992.00 [£9.61 per hour] (substantial prior experience & qualifications – discretionary)

Also:

  • Additional duties payments
  • Special bank-holiday bonus
  • Regular salary progression currently up to £22,344.00 [£10.74 per hour].
  • Full Orientation & Induction programme provided.
  • Extensive training offered.
  • Commitment to continuing learning & development opportunities throughout your career including attendance on our own accredited Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Child Care & Education and other courses.

Job Description – Therapeutic Carer

Application Form 

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19

Child Care Worker
(24-40 hrs/wk. [shifts])

April 16, 2019 Written by Matt Vince
Child Care Worker <br> (24-40 hrs/wk. [shifts])

Working in our Therapeutic Homes and supporting children attending our Therapeutic School, your role and duties are similar to those of a Therapeutic Carer, except that you will also be undertaking our 6-month work-based basic training programme that will equip you with the skills and knowledge allowing you to be considered for automatic promotion to Therapeutic Carer following relevant assessment.

Starting basic salary range:

  • £17,726.00 [£8.52 per hour] (no prior experience and becomes TC1 after probation)
  • £18,124.00 [£8.71 per hour] (some prior experience and becomes TC2 after probation)
  • £18,532.00 [£8.91 per hour] (regular prior experience and becomes TC3 after probation)

Also:

  • Additional duties payments
  • Special bank-holiday bonus
  • Transition to Therapeutic Carer position and salary scale after successful completion of 6-month basic training.
  • Regular salary progression currently up to £22,344.00 [£10.74 per hour].
  • Full Orientation & Induction programme provided.
  • Extensive training offered.
  • Commitment to continuing learning & development opportunities throughout your career including attendance on our own accredited Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Child Care & Education and other courses.

Job Description – Child Care Worker

Application Form 

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19

Waking Night Therapeutic Carer
(10 – 30 hrs/wk. = 1 – 3 nights)

April 16, 2019 Written by Matt Vince
Waking Night Therapeutic Carer <br> (10 – 30 hrs/wk. = 1 – 3 nights)

Working in our Therapeutic Homes, your role is to meet the needs of the children in our care and keep them, and the sleeping-in adult, safe throughout the night. In addition, you will undertake domestic duties, carry-out regular checks and record keeping, and provide colleagues arriving in the morning with a comprehensive hand-over of information.

Starting basic salary range: (Based on a 40 hour working week)

  • £19,327.00 [£9.29 per hour] (limited prior experience in the role)
  • £19,762.00 [£9.50 per hour] (some prior experience in the role)
  • £20,206.00 [£9.71 per hour] (regular prior experience in the role)
  • £20,661.00 [£9.93 per hour] (substantial prior experience & qualifications – discretionary)

Also:

  • Additional duties payments
  • Special bank-holiday bonus
  • Regular salary progression currently up to £23,092.00 [£11.10 per hour].
  • Full Orientation & Induction programme provided.
  • Extensive training offered.
  • Commitment to continuing learning & development opportunities throughout your career including attendance on our own accredited Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Child Care & Education and other courses.

Job Description – Waking Night Therapeutic Carer

Application Form 

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19

Waking Night Worker
(10 hrs/wk. = 1 night)

April 16, 2019 Written by Matt Vince
Waking Night Worker <br> (10 hrs/wk. = 1 night)

Working in our Therapeutic Homes, your role is to remain awake throughout the night and ensure the safety and well-being of the children living in the home, and the sleeping-in adult, are maintained at all times.  You will also be expected to undertake domestic duties including laundry and light cleaning, record information and take a lead role in managing (with support) situations and eventualities including emergencies whilst on duty.

Starting basic salary range: (based on a 40 hour working week)

  • £18,390.00 [£8.84 per hour] (no prior experience and becomes WNTC1 after probation)
  • £18,803.00 [£9.04 per hour] (some prior experience and becomes WNTC2 after probation)
  • £19,226.00 [£9.24 per hour] (regular prior experience and becomes WNTC3 after probation)

Also:

  • Additional duties payments
  • Special bank-holiday bonus
  • Transition to Waking Night Therapeutic Carer position and salary scale after successful completion of 6-month basic training.
  • Regular salary progression up to £23,092.00 [£11.10 per hour].
  • Full Orientation & Induction programme provided.
  • Extensive training offered.
  • Commitment to continuing learning & development opportunities throughout your career including attendance on our own accredited Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Child Care & Education and other courses.

Job Description – Waking Night Worker

Application Form

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19

Cover Waking Night Workers
(to cover absences at short notice)

April 16, 2019 Written by Matt Vince
Cover Waking Night Workers<br>(to cover absences at short notice)

We are establishing a ‘bank’ of workers who are available at short notice to cover for unplanned absences (e.g. sickness and annual leave) of our regular Waking Night Therapeutic Carers and Waking Night Workers. Working in our Therapeutic Homes, your role is to stay awake through the night, provide the children & young people in your care with comfort & support when needed, & undertake domestic duties & responsibility for safety & security of the Home.

Starting basic salary range: £8.84 p/hr. – £9.93 p/hr. depending on experience.

Job Description – Cover Waking Night Worker 

Application Form 

Recruitment and Selection Guidance and Information 2018-19