Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist

Academics Ltd; Fetcham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A Special Educational Needs School near Leatherhead is seeking an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to gain vital experience. You'll support a small class of students with speech and communication needs, working closely with qualified therapists. The role offers an excellent opportunity for graduates and trainees to kick-start their careers in a meaningful way.

Benefits

On-site training and support

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Interest in working with children with SEN.
• Degree preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in providing learning experiences.
• Support students with behavior issues and personal care.
• Work with students in small groups or 1:1.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Caring and compassionate

Job description

Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Leatherhead - Graduates and Trainees - Special Needs - SEN - SALT - ASD - Surrey

Are you an outstanding Graduate looking to gain experience before pursuing a career as a Speech and Language Therapist?

Are you motivated by supporting and helping children to reach their full potential?

Look no further, as we have a Special Educational Needs (SEN) School near Leatherhead for children with additional learning needs. Most children have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), and an Autism diagnosis.

This school are looking for a passionate and committed Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work at a school for children aged 4-16. You will be supporting a small class of 7-10 students, working in partnership with the school's teaching staff, therapists and support staff team to deliver specific interventions that aim to boost students' learning, development and language acquisition.

As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a qualified Speech and Language Therapists (SALT), and deliver interventions to children with speech, language and communicational needs both in a small group and 1:1. You will make a real difference to the lives of the children, gaining vital experience which will enable you to kick-start your future career as a Speech and Language Therapist.

Job role and responsibilities of Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist:

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students
• Behaviour and pastoral support
• Take an active role in forward planning with therapists
• Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Ensure safeguarding of students, in line with procedures
• Personal care support
• Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD

Experience is not required, but candidates should demonstrate an interest in working with children with SEN.

Start date ASAP
Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
89- 110 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4pm, term time only
No previous experience is required
If you have a degree, it's an excellent use of your degree - for graduates and trainees
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Must be able to travel to Leatherhead and surrounding areas

Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd, if you are an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist (Leatherhead):
(phone number removed) (url removed)

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Leatherhead - Graduates and Trainees