SEN Teaching Assistant – Non-Verbal & Communication Support

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

Descripción de la vacante

Academics Ltd, in Swindon, is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs, including non-verbal learners. The role emphasizes communication through AAC, PECS, gestures and visual aids, helping children express themselves and access learning at their own pace.

You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, collaborate with teachers and specialists, and help pupils develop daily routines and independence.

Formación

• Experience supporting non-verbal children or individuals with complex communication needs.
• Experience using PECS, Makaton, visual timetables, communication boards or AAC systems.
• Patient, observant, compassionate and confident adapting approach to meet 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 their 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

1:1 support

Pupil engagement

Patience

Behavioural support

Herramientas

PECS

Makaton

AAC systems

Visual timetables

Descripción del empleo

Academics Ltd, in Swindon, is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs, including non-verbal learners. The role emphasizes communication through AAC, PECS, gestures and visual aids, helping children express themselves and access learning at their own pace.

You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, collaborate with teachers and specialists, and help pupils develop daily routines and independence.