Impactful Speech & Language Support Specialist

Protocol Education; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free safeguarding training

DBS Update Service

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a Speech & Language Support Professional to join a SEND school in Gateshead. You will work directly with pupils who have communication difficulties, helping them find their voice and participate in lessons.

Role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, vocabulary development, and using visual communication strategies. A DBS check is required; safeguarding training is provided by Protocol Education.

Qualifications

• Qualified Speech & Language background or related degree with strong communication skills.
• Experience in SEND or school environment is preferred.
• DBS check and safeguarding training are requirements for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 Speech & Language support to pupils.
• Lead small-group communication activities.
• Support vocabulary development and comprehension.
• Encourage expressive language and social communication.
• Assist pupils in lessons and with visual/structured communication strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEND staff.

Skills

Speech & Language support

Communication with children

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Speech & Language graduate

Communication graduate

Speech & Language Therapy Assistant

Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant

Education professional with strong communication experience

Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking a Speech & Language Support Professional to join a SEND school in Gateshead. You will work directly with pupils who have communication difficulties, helping them find their voice and participate in lessons.

Role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, vocabulary development, and using visual communication strategies. A DBS check is required; safeguarding training is provided by Protocol Education.