Job Introduction
The Lion Works School is an Independent special school. We are part of an ethical and progressive organisation that believes it can achieve real change for children, young people and their families.
The Lion Works School is situated within the BCP local authority. We offer an academic and vocational specialist learning provision across KS3, KS4 and Post 16 aiming to reduce barriers to enable successful learning experiences and outcomes. There are a variety of routes a student can take, which include GCSEs, BTECs and other accredited qualifications whilst building confidence, improving wellbeing, enabling self-regulation and increasing attendance. Our school is full of life and has a wealth of resources to spark interest and ignite that passion to achieve, equipping our students for everyday life and the opportunities that await them.
As a Therapy Assistant, you will be delivering interventions and programmes to students as part of their provision. Our students all have EHCPs and most of them require therapeutic interventions to support and develop their areas of need, including Cognition & Learning, Communication & Interaction, Social, Emotional and Mental Health and Sensory and/or Physical. The successful candidate will work as a team with our other Therapy Assistant and also alongside our Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and SENDCo who develop and oversee students’ programmes. The successful candidate will deliver 1:1 and group therapeutic interventions both on and off site. The role will also require the post holder to support and engage with families and carers to share good practice and support students holistically. Candidates should have experience of delivering interventions and therapeutic programmes and should have high levels of emotional intelligence, resilience and excellent communication skills.
Suitable candidates will have a demonstrable background in promoting high level outcomes for students with additional needs..
We would love to hear from you if you are confident, resilient, have excellent communication skills, an eye for detail and share our passion for creating the best possible opportunities and outcomes for our students.
Equal Opportunities
The Lion Works School will seek to ensure that all existing and potential employees and students are given equal opportunities for employment and education. It is committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of sex, age, marital status, colour, race, nationality or other ethnic or national origin, disability, sexuality, trade union membership or activity and religious background.
The school will seek to ensure that no applicant for employment or education is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be justified. The school aims to provide an open welcoming and safe environment for all its students, employees, and visitors.
Commitment to Safeguarding
The Lion Works School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, evidence of essential qualifications being seen prior to
interview and satisfactory references.
No CVs will be accepted, and an application form must be completed prior to interview.
Job Type Full Time
Salary £21,147 - £25,599
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Schedule: Monday to Friday
