SEN Therapies Assistant — Speech & OT Support

Acorn Care and Education; Leigh; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care and education provider in the UK seeks a Therapies Assistant to support children with special needs at The Holden School. The role involves working closely with clinicians for evidence-based assessments and interventions. Candidates must have relevant experience, strong communication abilities, and a valid UK driving license. A competitive salary and benefits like life assurance and mental health support services are included.

Benefits

Life Assurance Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexibility with 4-day work week potential

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Various discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience working as a therapy assistant or in a similar role would be advantageous.
• Knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people with SEN.
• Ability to carry out both 1:1 and group sessions under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support tailored to pupils' needs.
• Contribute to placement plans and deliver a range of interventions.
• Attend multi-agency meetings and ongoing service development.

Skills

Experience working with young people with special educational needs

Ability to communicate effectively

Excellent organisational skills

Teamwork skills

Education

5 x GCSE’s Grade C or above, including English

Undergraduate degree

Job description

A leading care and education provider in the UK seeks a Therapies Assistant to support children with special needs at The Holden School. The role involves working closely with clinicians for evidence-based assessments and interventions. Candidates must have relevant experience, strong communication abilities, and a valid UK driving license. A competitive salary and benefits like life assurance and mental health support services are included.