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

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.

Trauma-Informed Practice:
On the 10th and 11th October, our Head Teacher, Sara Fletcher, attended the annual conference of the National Association of Special Schools (NASS). This was a timely occasion in which to reflect on the status of the sector and context in which we currently work, affected as it is by political uncertainty and changing priorities. Opportunities such as this help The Lioncare School to stay outward-facing and to be strategic in planning for the future.
As well as a rare moment to drink hot coffee and enjoy lunch at lunchtime, the conference allowed Sara time to experience input from OFSTED, colleagues, and invaluably, learners.
On Day 2 Sara was joined by our Caterpillar's Class Teacher, Dani Christopher, and led a workshop on "Trauma-Informed Practice in an SEN School".
The workshop was packed out with colleagues keen to discuss how developmental trauma can impact on both behaviour and learning, and what schools can do to improve outcomes for children.
A strong central theme was how adults, and the relationships they can foster when supported and empowered, are our most valuable resource and intervention; echoing a key principle of our 'C16' Therapeutic Curriculum: "Living is learning and all adults who interact with our children contribute to their curriculum".
The workshop was well received and has created an ongoing dialogue with other schools. A memorable piece of feedback received was, "Thank you for simplifying the horrendous".

Rainbow Flag Award:
The Lioncare Group, led by The Lioncare School, is proud to announce it is working towards achieving The Rainbow Flag Award.

The Rainbow Flag Award is a national quality assurance framework for all schools and colleges, focusing on LGBT+, (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, plus other related identities), inclusion and visibility. The Rainbow Flag Award encourages a whole organisation approach to LGBT+ inclusion, as well as developing strategies to combat LGBTphobic bullying.

You can find out more about The Rainbow Flag Award and associated projects by following these links:

https://www.theproudtrust.org/

http://www.allsortsyouth.org.uk/

http://thekitetrust.org.uk/

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