SLCN Specialist Teaching Assistant: Build Language

Philosophy Education; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education is seeking an SLCN Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs across schools and educational settings. You will help develop communication and language skills using visual supports, AAC where appropriate, and targeted interventions.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, building positive relationships with learners, and working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and families to promote confidence and

Qualifications

• Patient, caring and encouraging.
• Passionate about supporting communication and language development.
• Confident building positive relationships with children and young people.
• Reliable, adaptable and resilient.
• A strong communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils to access learning and participate in school life.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Supporting communication, interaction and social skills.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, speech and language therapists and families.
• Supporting pupils' confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Team player

Reliability

Adaptability

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

Philosophy Education is seeking an SLCN Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs across schools and educational settings. You will help develop communication and language skills using visual supports, AAC where appropriate, and targeted interventions.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, building positive relationships with learners, and working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and families to promote confidence and