SLCN Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term opportunities

Training & development

Consultant support

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is recruiting an SLCN Teaching Assistant for Kingston upon Thames and surrounding areas. You will support pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs on a one-to-one and small group basis, helping them access engaging lessons and build communication skills.

Key duties include implementing speech and language programmes, working with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and parents, and contributing to pupils' confidence and wellbeing. DBS check required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SLCN, SEN, or additional learning needs.
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach is essential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to support pupils with communication barriers.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with speech, language, and communication difficulties one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Encourage development of communication and social interaction skills.
• Help implement speech and language programmes recommended by therapists.
• Support pupils' confidence, independence and wellbeing.

Skills

SLCN experience

Patience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Adaptable

Job description

SLCN Teaching Assistant

Kingston Upon Thames & Surrounding Areas
£92.63 - £100 per day
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)?

We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic SLCN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in the Kingston area. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who require additional support developing their communication, language, social interaction, and learning skills.

The Role

As an SLCN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with speech, language, and communication difficulties on a one-to-one and small group basis.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
• Encourage the development of communication and social interaction skills.
• Help implement speech and language programmes recommended by therapists.
• Support pupils' confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, speech and language therapists, and parents.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people with SLCN, SEN, or additional learning needs.
• Is patient, caring, and adaptable.
• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can effectively support pupils with communication barriers.
• Is passionate about helping children achieve their potential.
• Holds an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of £92.63 - £100 per day.
• Long-term opportunities within supportive educational settings.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' learning and development.

If you are passionate about supporting children with speech, language and communication needs and are looking for a rewarding role within education, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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