Graduate - Autism Speech Language Support - Special Needs

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a Graduate Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant in Farnborough. This role involves supporting children with Severe Learning Difficulties and Communication Needs, working closely with teachers and therapists. Candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in special educational needs, with training and support provided. The position offers a pay range of £89 - 105 per day and requires travel to Farnborough.

Benefits

On-site education and training

Support and continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Interest in working with children with SEN.
• Ability to build effective relationships with students.
• Willingness to work 1:1 and in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support.
• Plan with therapists for student interventions.
• Ensure student safeguarding in line with procedures.
• Support personal care needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Listening skills

Job description

Overview

Graduate Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant - Farnborough

Are you an outstanding Graduate looking to gain experience before maybe pursuing a career as a SEN Teacher or Speech and Language Therapist? Are you motivated by supporting and helping children to reach their full potential?

Are you looking for a rewarding career supporting young people with Severe, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties?

This Special Educational Needs School near Farnborough is for children aged 4-16 with severe learning difficulties (SLD). Most children also have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), and an Autism diagnosis.

This Farnborough-based school is looking for a passionate and committed Graduate Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant. You will be supporting a small class of 7-10 students, working in partnership with the school's teaching staff, therapists and support staff to deliver specific interventions that aim to boost students\' learning, development and language acquisition.

As a Graduate Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Teachers, and other professionals, and deliver interventions to children with speech, language and communicational needs both in small groups 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.

Job role and responsibilities

• 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 education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students

89 - 105 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm, term time only

Must be able to travel to Farnborough and surrounding areas

You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

Application contact

Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in the Graduate Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant role:

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Farnborough
Education and training