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The Amicus Community, Arundel Road, Arundel (2025)

07/04/2025

Recently in school 5 of our children took part in West Sussex Bikeability. For 3 days they learnt how to ride their bikes safely on the road and look after their own bikes. Taking part required the children to use their listening skills, build their confidence in both road safety and trust in themselves and others. We are exceptionally proud of the children who achieved their Level 2 Bikeability and worked so hard throughout the course.

31/03/2025

At The Amicus Community, we ensure that the environment feels safe, welcoming, and calming for the children we support.

Therapeutic care and input is at the heart of our work and ingrained in the everyday interactions, transitions and everything we do. Alongside this we offer a range of specialist interventions tailored to each child’s needs, including Music Therapy, play sessions, and Rebound Therapy. Many children also access weekly Psychotherapy sessions delivered by our Psychoanalytic Child Psychotherapists, offering a consistent, formalised private and safe space to work through trauma and build trust over time.

Our therapy suite was recently updated and reflects our community-wide commitment to creating an environment where every child feels supported and understood.

14/03/2025

Raising money for charity's has always been important to our young person from spending her pocket money each week in charity shops, making donations, or donating her clothes and toys, it has always brought out a real selfless side to her. We have had many conversations of how she believes she is so lucky to have Amicus and some people are not that lucky. This feels so significant to what Amicus means to her and how she can use the love, nurture and care we provide her to help others.
Doing something as important as children in need and raising money shows the incredible progress our young person has made at Amicus. She is able to use skills and a positive mindset to put her mind to something and accomplish her set goal.
Our young person had a clear focus when planning our Red Nose Day Walk which was to help people, with her saying "I just want to give money to people that are not as lucky as me".
This project gave our young person so much opportunity to work on her creative skills and well as her planning, time management skills and leadership skills. She had a clear view of what she wanted to do and where she wanted to go. I think this showed in her poster she has created. She wanted this to be 100% her and I think her personality, creativity and enthusiasm shines through.
We have already raised £195 which we are over the moon about, with her saying "Wow we can help so many people"
This has been an absolutely amazing project to work on and I have witnessed her grow from strength to strength realising her ability to achieve such great things at only 10years old.

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07/02/2025

🔔‼️NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY‼️🔔

Child Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist or Psychoanalytically Informed Play Therapist

Salary: £37,400 - £48,500 pa pro rata
Hours: part time permanent 2 to 3 days a week (16-24hours a week) negotiable
Location: Fontwell, West Sussex

Join our growing Therapies and Network Department at Amicus, an accredited Therapeutic Community dedicated to helping vulnerable and traumatised children recover and thrive. We are seeking a passionate professional to provide psychoanalytical psychotherapy or psychoanalytically informed play therapy, working collaboratively with a supportive, reflective team.

About Amicus:
• Accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, we provide therapeutic care and education to children aged 4–16 (maximum age 11 on admission).
• Grounded in psychoanalytic and group relations theory, our model ensures therapeutic care permeates all aspects of our school and children’s homes.

Role Highlights:
• Deliver therapy sessions for residential and day-placement children.
• Provide reflective practice, clinical supervision, and consultation to staff, carers, and professionals.
• Contribute to research, audits, and outcomes measurement within our Therapeutic Community.
• Collaborate with internal and external professionals to support children’s recovery from trauma.

What We Offer:
• Supportive management and team culture.
• High levels of clinical supervision and reflective spaces.
• Comprehensive professional development, including psychoanalytic practice.
• 30 days annual leave (pro rata), company pension, life insurance, and Blue Light Card eligibility.
• Free meals on working days and free parking.

Requirements:
•Own transport or non-reliance on public transport is essential.
•Commitment to safeguarding—Enhanced DBS and Warner interviews required.

Closing date for applications: 19th February 2025
Interviews: week commencing 24th February 2025

For more information or an application pack, contact Poppy or Kayleigh (HR Department) at recruitment@theamicuscommunity.com or call 01243 544107.

Make a real difference—join Amicus today!

10/12/2024

✨EXCITING NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY ✨

SEN Class Teacher
Full time position
Location: The Amicus School, Fontwell, West Sussex
Salary: £32,539 - £38,590 (depending on qualifications and experience) + Pension Contribution

The Amicus School is an independent DfES registered SEN school providing therapeutic education for up to 28 traumatised and vulnerable children between 5 - 16 years old. The children attending our school are a mixture of residential and day student placements.

Our School is part of our specialist & innovative independent children’s therapeutic community accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Our psychoanalytic and group process/ relations model informs and is ingrained in our therapeutic practice, culture and environment and is used to help children to recover from their trauma and engage and progress in their learning.

We are looking for an extraordinary, dynamic, creative & committed qualified Teacher who has a genuine passion in teaching and supporting traumatised children in their education and in making a difference to their lives.
The primary tasks of our SEN Class Teachers is to;
Deliver a high standard of therapeutic education
Enable the children to make marked progress, development and achievements in their learning
Provide a nurturing and understanding environment for the children
Create a stimulating & age appropriate learning experience
This is in accordance with regulatory requirements and our model of therapeutic practice.

If you have …
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
A keen interest in psychoanalysis and group relations and how to integrate and create a therapeutic approach to teaching and learning
Experience of working with children with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, including work with complex trauma
A natural caring, empathic & resilient nature
A passion for wanting to make a difference and in helping children to learn and achieve
…then you could be that special individual we are looking for
This is an challenging role, taking ownership for a small class group within our therapeutic school to meet the needs of some of the most vulnerable children in the country. This role will require you to lead from the front, demonstrating hard work and perseverance with a determination to make a lasting and meaningful difference in the lives of children.

At Amicus, we offer…
An enthusiastic, committed and supportive management and staff team
Excellent opportunity for personal development and career progression
Full Induction & extensive ongoing training.
High levels of individual Clinical and Line Management Supervision, as well a Group Clinical Supervision
Excellent professional development in expanding knowledge and understanding in the field of working with trauma, psychoanalysis, group relations and therapeutic community principles

A supportive, reflective & learning culture
A fully accredited Therapeutic Community environment where staff actively support and encourage one another.

Generous company pension scheme
Staff Introduction Scheme & Staff Events
Core hours of work: 8.30am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday during term time (plus In-Service training days).
Own transport (or at least non-reliance on public transport) essential due to location of the School.

Amicus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. Applicants will therefore undergo Enhanced DBS checks and Warner interviews as part of our Safer Recruitment Process and will be required to complete a full application pack.

For further information and to apply for this post please request and application pack through Indeed or contact: recruitment@theamicuscommunity.com

Please look at our website for more information about us!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,539.00-£38,590.00 per year

Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Life insurance
Referral programme
Sick pay

Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

10/12/2024

✨JOB OPPORTUNITY ✨

Therapeutic Childcare Practitioner (Children's Residential Care)

Location: Roles available in Littlehampton and Fontwell (near Arundel), West Sussex
Salary: £27,500 pa starting salary (unqualified). £28,000pa – qualified - Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, earning up to £29,700pa

Hours: Permanent full time (40 hrs a week : shift work which includes working some evenings and weekends and on average 1 x sleep-in a week)

We are also seeking Bank staff to work across all of our Homes.

We provide therapeutic residential care for vulnerable and traumatised children between the ages of 4 to 11 on referral.

Our approach is a model of care that combines a safe, nurturing and managed environment that puts relationships and thinking at the core of genuine therapeutic change in our homes.
In this way, we provide a unique approach to residential therapeutic work.

This is a challenging, but uniquely rewarding role, with lots of scope for development & progression. We are looking for flexible, calm, resilient and creative individuals who have a passion in wanting to make a difference to the lives of traumatised children.

The role of Therapeutic Childcare Practitioner is to provide care, nurture and support to our vulnerable and traumatised children in our residential homes and to engage in reflective practice. You will be committed to improving the mental and emotional health of children and assist them in beginning to work through and recover from their trauma and difficulties in a safe and warm therapeutic environment.

Supporting children to understand the impact of their pasts and corresponding behaviours and feelings and manage healthier relationships and develop their trust and self-esteem.

We have opportunities to work either in our homes in either Littlehampton or Fontwell.
If you are unqualified, Amicus fund the course and pay for time and support you to complete and achieve the required Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare for this role.

If you wish to start or progress your career in therapeutic residential childcare working within an accredited children's therapeutic community and this work appeals to you, then you are the sort of person we want!

We have a high level of support and care for our staff and varied opportunities for career development and progression.

To proceed with your application, please apply directly on our website and complete an application pack which can be found here: https://www.theamicuscommunity.com/therapeutic-childcare-practitioner/ -

alternatively you can apply through Indeed.
Amicus is a children’s therapeutic community accredited by The Royal College of Psychiatrists providing therapeutic residential care and education to vulnerable and traumatised children aged 4 to 16 years old (up to age 11 on referral).

Amicus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. Applicants will therefore be required to complete a full Application Pack for the role and undergo Enhanced DBS checks and Warner / Safeguarding Interview as part of our Safer Recruitment Process.

Please look at our website for more information about our ethos and how we work together as a community!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, or Zero hours contract
Pay: £27,500.00-£29,700.00 per year

Additional benefits;
Bonus scheme
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free flu jabs
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Referral programme
Sick pay
Store discount
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Overtime
Weekend availability

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 03/01/2025

11/10/2024

⭐️Regulation 44 Independent Visitor Wanted for our Therapeutic Community⭐️

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable and traumatised children? We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Regulation 44 Independent Visitor to support and review the quality of care in our three therapeutic children’s homes. We are located in Littlehampton and Fontwell, West Sussex. This role would be commencing from December 2024.

Amicus is a specialist children's therapeutic community, accredited by The Royal College of Psychiatrists. We follow a psychoanalytic and group relations model and provide care and education to vulnerable and traumatised children between the ages of 4-11 years old on referral with children being able to stay with us up until 16 years old if need be. Our minimum placement term is 3 years.

What you’ll do:
• Conduct monthly visits to our homes, providing an independent assessment of the care, safety and well-being of the children and also practice within our therapeutic model.
• Assess our services against the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, ensuring compliance and best practice.
• Engage with staff and children to gather insights and ensure the best outcomes for our children.
• Produce clear and concise reports that help drive continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for:
• Experience: A strong background in children’s social care, preferably working with traumatised children or in a therapeutic setting is essential. Experience in therapeutic communities or using psychoanalytic and group relations theory will be highly valued.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.
• Skills: Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to provide objective feedback and recommendations.
• Passion: A genuine interest in and commitment to our therapeutic model, grounded in psychoanalytic and group relations theory.

What we offer:
•Flexibility in scheduling visits to suit your availability.
•An opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children in therapeutic settings.
•Competitive rates for your expertise and time.

If you’re ready to help us provide the best possible care and guidance to our children while sharing our passion for therapeutic practice, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to join our mission of transforming lives!
Please contact Rebecca Newton – Clinical Director and RI for further information: Rebecca.newton@theamicuscommunity.com

08/10/2024

🚨NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY🚨

-Therapeutic Services Co-ordinator-

⭐️Application deadline: 01/11/2024

⭐️Salary: £28,000 - £32,500

⭐️Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

⭐️Location: Fontwell, West Sussex

The Amicus Community is a pioneering therapeutic children's community, specialising in providing care, education, and support to vulnerable and traumatised children. We are committed to using a psychoanalytic and group relations model to help children recover from trauma and thrive in a nurturing and therapeutic environment.

We are currently seeking a Therapeutic Services Coordinator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of children through therapeutic intervention and support. You will play a key role in assessing children’s needs, coordinating treatment plans, and supporting our staff in delivering high-quality therapeutic care.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assess the therapeutic needs of children and design tailored interventions.

- Support the development of our Therapies and Network Department.

- Provide clinical supervision and guidance to staff.

- Facilitate treatment and transition planning, ensuring collaboration with key stakeholders.

- Participate in the review and update of therapeutic care plans, risk assessments, and safety plans.

- Spend time in the homes and school, modelling therapeutic practices and supporting staff with real-time observations.

- Deliver training, reflective spaces, and workshops for staff development.

- Collaborate with local authorities, parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure children's progress and care plans are effectively communicated and implemented.

- Support and ensure safeguarding practices align with statutory guidelines and our therapeutic model.

What We’re Looking For:
- A degree in Psychology or a related field (therapeutic training desirable).

- Experience working in therapeutic, clinical, or psychological settings, ideally with children.

- A strong understanding of trauma, attachment, and therapeutic interventions.

- Excellent communication and report writing skills.

- Ability to reflect on and understand complex behaviours, applying psychoanalytic principles in practice.

- Passionate, resilient, and committed to supporting children and staff in a therapeutic community.

What We Offer:
- A rewarding role with opportunities for personal and professional development.

- Regular supervision, reflective spaces, and access to ongoing therapeutic training.

- The chance to make a real impact on the lives of children in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

- Competitive salary based on experience

- Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities

- Supportive and reflective working environment and culture with regular clinical supervision

- 30 days annual leave including bank holidays

- Generous Company Pension Scheme

- Company Sick Pay

- Group Life Cover

- Free meals / food during working hours

- Staff discounts (Blue Light Card and Discounts for Teachers)

- Free Parking

- Health and Wellbeing Programme

- Staff Introduction Scheme

If you’re looking for a role where you can contribute to meaningful change and be part of a forward-thinking therapeutic community, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please contact either Poppy Van Outen or Kayleigh Cross at recruitment@theamicuscommunity.com or tel: 01243 544107 for an application pack

Amicus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and complete a full application pack.

Join us and be part of a dedicated team making a difference in children’s lives.

30/09/2024

📣NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY📣

- Environment and Maintenance Manager -

Application deadline: 14/10/2024
Interviews week commencing: 21/10/2024

Salary: £32,000 - £38,000

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Location: Littlehampton and Fontwell

**Make a Difference by Creating Safe and Nurturing Spaces**

Are you an experienced maintenance professional looking for a role where you can help create safe, well-maintained environments for vulnerable and traumatised children? We are seeking an Environment and Maintenance Manager to lead our team in ensuring our homes, school, and head office provide a safe, nurturing, well-maintained and welcoming space for children.

About Us:
We are a children’s therapeutic community supporting vulnerable and traumatised children. We provide care and education for up to 36 children. Our community consists of three residential homes and a SEN school, and we believe that a well-cared-for environment is essential for the children’s recovery and development. Amicus is a children’s therapeutic community accredited by The Royal College of Psychiatrists providing therapeutic residential care and education to vulnerable and traumatised children aged 5 to 16 years old (up to age 11 on referral).

The Role:
You will manage and carry out maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects across our homes, school, and head office in Fontwell and Littlehampton. This includes:

⭐️Leading and supervising our Environment and Maintenance Team.
⭐️Ensuring safety and compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
⭐️Managing the budget for repairs and maintenance.
Working closely with the leadership team on site developments.

About You:
⭐️At least 5 years’ experience in general maintenance, with a good understanding of repairs, building, and decorating.
⭐️Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role, with leadership skills.
⭐️Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
⭐️Ability to manage a budget and work within financial constraints.

Desirable:
⭐️Experience in a care or educational setting.
⭐️First Aid certification / trade qualifications.

Why Join Us?
This role offers the chance to make a real difference in a supportive and rewarding environment. You’ll help create spaces where children can feel safe and supported, while working with a dedicated team.

How to Apply:
To apply, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@theamicuscommunity.com or call 01243 544107

We can offer you…….
- Casual dress
- Generous Company Pension Scheme
- Company Sick Pay
- Group Life Cover
- Free meals / food during working hours
- Free Parking
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
- On-site parking

Full UK driving license is essential. Amicus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. Applicants will therefore be required to complete a full application pack and undergo Enhanced DBS checks and Warner / Safeguarding Interviews as part of our Safer Recruitment Process.

17/09/2024

We are delighted to say that our home ‘Jasmine’ was graded ‘Outstanding’ with no recommendations or requirements. We and the team are over the moon. This really recognises the positive impact and experiences of the children and the great therapeutic work and input from the adults supporting them.📣🎉

Here are some highlights from our report📃🗣️

“Children are provided with exceptional care and flourish in the home. There is a strong sense of community in which children share positive relationships, not only with each other but also with adults, who they build strong and trusting relationships with. Children feel valued and thrive as a result.”

“Children make significant progress. This is because of the joined up working across the community.”

“Children love living in the home. One child said, ‘Living at the home is like Christmas, I like it lots.”

“Adults are highly skilled and sensitive to the specific needs of each child. Adults work closely with other professionals from a range of agencies. Children’s views are sought regularly, and this is a strength of the home. Their views are highly valued and inform the care that they receive”.

“Children are well supported with their education. All children enjoy school and the experiences that they have.”

“Children are encouraged to talk about their feelings and what may have led to any incident. Children are supported to reflect in a variety of ways, and adults thoroughly consider ways to reduce children’s anxieties.”

“The new manager is exceptional and knows the children extremely well. She is respected by all who work with her. She displays unwavering passion for providing the best possible care for children and this influences the adults in the home. Adults are proud of their contribution towards helping children to thrive and flourish.”

“Adults receive regular and effective supervision. These sessions are further enhanced by regular team meetings and a reflective space with the clinical team.”

03/04/2024

Some of the children and adults in our community were asked what it feels like to be at Amicus and here are some of the responses; the bigger the word, the more people said it!
The children’s responses – on pink paper – made reference to the care they receive and how it feels to live at Amicus; lovely, safe, nice, kind, as well as enjoying our extensive DVD collection and some of the activities they can be involved in.
The adult’s responses – on blue paper – made reference to how it feels to work at Amicus; rewarding, challenging, meaningful, supportive and collaborative.
Safe, nurturing relationships and support for one another are an integral part of the work at Amicus, and these are clearly reflected in the responses.

27/03/2024

The children have been engaging in some Easter arts and crafts over the past few days. The children are looking forward to Easter and how Easter is going to look at Amicus. The children really enjoy in arts and crafts, and it is a time for them to explore their creativity and imagination.

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