SEN Teaching Assistant - AAC & Nonverbal Support

Academics Ltd; Swindon; Presencial; GBP 17.000 - 19.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Academics Ltd is working with a specialist SEN school in Swindon seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support non-verbal pupils. You will use AAC methods, PECS and visual aids to help pupils express themselves and participate in activities.

You will provide consistent, individualized support, build strong relationships and assist with daily routines to promote independence and learning progress.

Formación

• Experience supporting non-verbal children or individuals with complex communication needs is essential.
• Experience using PECS, Makaton, visual timetables, communication boards or AAC systems is advantageous.
• You are patient, observant, compassionate and able to adapt your approach to individual communication needs.

Responsabilidades

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, including non-verbal children.
• Use visual communication systems, gestures, PECS and other communication methods to support pupils in expressing needs and emotions.
• Help children engage with classroom activities, develop new skills and access learning at their own pace.
• Support pupils with daily routines, personal development and building independence.
• Recognise individual communication cues and respond appropriately to pupils' needs.
• Build trusting relationships and provide a calm, consistent and nurturing approach.
• Work alongside teachers and specialist staff to follow individual learning and communication plans.

Conocimientos

Patience

Empathy

Observant

Adaptability

Descripción del empleo

Academics Ltd is working with a specialist SEN school in Swindon seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support non-verbal pupils. You will use AAC methods, PECS and visual aids to help pupils express themselves and participate in activities.

You will provide consistent, individualized support, build strong relationships and assist with daily routines to promote independence and learning progress.