Speech And Language Assistant

AMA Admin; Farnham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD

APSCo Compliance+

Wellbeing resources

Educator community

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Speech and Language Learning Support Assistant to work in Farnham and surrounding areas. You will help children develop their communication skills within a school setting, delivering targeted activities under the guidance of Speech and Language Therapists.

The role offers flexible full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive daily rates and ongoing support from your local Milk Education consultant.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with speech, language and communication difficulties.
• Deliver individual and small-group speech and language activities.
• Follow programmes and strategies set by Speech and Language Therapists (SALT).
• Help children develop vocabulary, listening, understanding and social communication skills.
• Support pupils with their learning and classroom activities.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive interactions.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers and relevant professionals.
• Adapt communication approaches to meet individual pupils' needs.
• Maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Job description

Speech and Language Learning Support Assisant - Farnham and surrounding areas

A Speech and Language Assistant supports children and young people with speech, language and communication needs, helping them develop their communication skills and confidence within a school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with speech, language and communication difficulties.
• Deliver individual and small-group speech and language activities.
• Follow programmes and strategies set by Speech and Language Therapists (SALT).
• Help children develop vocabulary, listening, understanding and social communication skills.
• Support pupils with their learning and classroom activities.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive interactions.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers and relevant professionals.
• Adapt communication approaches to meet individual pupils' needs.
• Maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working with children with speech, language or communication needs.
• A patient, caring and understanding approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow individual learning and therapy programmes.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is beneficial.
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.

Ideal Candidate: Someone enthusiastic, patient and nurturing, who can build positive relationships with pupils and help them develop their communication, social and learning skills.

Why Join Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates with long-term and permanent opportunities available.
• Flexible full-time and part-time roles to suit your availability.
• Fast-track registration and APSCo Compliance+ accredited recruitment process.
• Free CPD through the Milk Academy, including Safeguarding, SEND, Behaviour Management, and more.
• Free wellbeing resources and access to our educator community.
• School preparation packs to help you feel confident from day one.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated local consultant throughout your placement.