Early Years Language & Inclusion Assistant

Beighton; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield City Council is seeking an Early Years Inclusion Teaching Assistant to support children with SEND within a specialist language centre environment. You will work with the Early Years Inclusion Teacher and Speech and Language Therapists to deliver language interventions and create an engaging, inclusive learning space.

You will help children develop communication, interaction, independence and confidence, supporting play-based learning and family engagement while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Kind, patient, creative and passionate about improving outcomes for young children with additional needs.
• Enjoys working directly with young children and learning through play.
• Strong teamwork and communication with families and professionals.
• Interest in Early Years development and SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support children in engaging, play-based learning and language activities.
• Deliver planned speech, language and communication interventions with teaching and therapy colleagues.
• Use strategies, visual supports and resources to aid understanding and participation.
• Prepare and adapt the learning environment to reflect individual needs and interests.
• Contribute to observations of children’s learning, development and progress.
• Develop positive relationships with children and their families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide consistent support for children.
• Create and share practical resources for families and Early Years settings.
• Engage in outreach work with Early Years settings to promote effective communication strategies.
• Promote inclusion, independence and high aspirations for every child.

Skills

Kind

Patient

Creative

Passionate about SEND

Job description

Sheffield City Council is seeking an Early Years Inclusion Teaching Assistant to support children with SEND within a specialist language centre environment. You will work with the Early Years Inclusion Teacher and Speech and Language Therapists to deliver language interventions and create an engaging, inclusive learning space.

You will help children develop communication, interaction, independence and confidence, supporting play-based learning and family engagement while collaborating with