Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Job in Calne Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; Calne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive and friendly Special Needs School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their team full-time. This role is perfect for recent graduates aspiring to become Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, or Educational Psychologists. As an LSA, you will work closely with a small class of students, providing essential support to help them overcome communication barriers and develop their independence and social skills. This opportunity allows you to gain valuable experience and understanding in a nurturing environment, making a significant impact on the lives of children with additional learning needs.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Experience in communication methods and working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism and communication needs in a friendly environment.
• Help develop social skills and emotional support for students.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in English

Degree in Linguistics

Tools

Makaton

PECS

AAC

TEACHH

Job description

Have you considered a future in Speech and Language Therapy?
Are you interested in communication and language acquisition?
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain experience supporting children with additional learning needs?

If so, then this opportunity is for you!

An inclusive and friendly Special Needs School are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join them full-time. As an LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and associated challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to gain experience supporting children to overcome communication barriers.

You will work closely with a small class of 8 students, liaising with the class teacher, therapists and support staff to help all students flourish. You will play an instrumental role in developing the independence, social skills and communication of students, as well as their physical and creative developmental. You will ensure all pupils are supported emotionally, and help them navigate their own feelings and emotions. You will also help encourage different ways to communicate, and learn specialist communication methods, such as Makaton, PECS, AAC and TEACHH.

As a Graduate, this LSA role will provide you with the experience and understanding required to become a Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Educational Psychologist in the future. You will gain an insight into the approach used by multi-therapy teams, and how to increase language acquisition in children.

The school are looking for a bubbly and friendly Graduate with a passion for supporting others, and a positive attitude. A degree in Psychology, Criminology, English or Linguistics would be beneficial.

• Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist
• Learning Support Assistant
• Calne
• 85 to 95 per day
• Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30
• ASAP Start
• Graduate Opportunity!

Are you an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist? If yes, apply now!

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