SEND: Non-Verbal Communication Support Assistant (1:1)

Aspire People; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term and flexible opportunities

Competitive daily pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils who are non-verbal or have significant communication difficulties in Manchester and surrounding areas. You will help children express needs, make choices and build connections in inclusive settings.

Ideal candidates have experience with non-verbal communication and understanding AAC approaches, including PECS or Makaton, and will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to support learning and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with communication needs in a UK school or specialist setting.
• Experience supporting non-verbal or minimally verbal pupils.
• Understanding of alternative and augmentative communication approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with limited or no verbal communication.
• Support use of PECS, visual communication systems and boards.
• Encourage pupils to express needs, preferences and choices.
• Support learning through play, routine activities and structured tasks.

Skills

Non-verbal support

Communication support

Patience

Education

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Aspire People are seeking compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils who are non-verbal or have significant communication difficulties in Manchester and surrounding areas. You will help children express needs, make choices and build connections in inclusive settings.

Ideal candidates have experience with non-verbal communication and understanding AAC approaches, including PECS or Makaton, and will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to support learning and