Speech, Language and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Chelmsford to support students with speech, language, and communication needs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience working with children with various additional needs. This role offers a long-term contract with a competitive daily salary and opportunities for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with speech and language communication difficulties.
• Previous experience in an educational setting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and interactive lessons.
• Support students during classroom activities to ensure their participation.
• Conduct one-on-one or small group sessions to practice speech and language skills.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience with social, emotional, and mental health needs

Knowledge of ASC, ADHD, MLD, SEMH

Education

Bachelor's degree in speech and language pathology

Job description

Overview

Speech, Language and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant – Chelmsford, Essex

Primary Education

Salary: £88 - £100 per day • ASAP start

Long-term contract with the view of a permanent contract for the suitable candidate

About the school

• The school supports a large number of students with a range of Special Needs and Disabilities.
• They have a comprehensive pastoral framework based on a caring ideology that fosters healthy relationships by promoting high standards and encouraged challenge.
• Emphasis on communication and cognition.
• In Key Stages 1 and 2, their goal is to promote independence and communication through relevant, real-world experiences, with a focus on the transference of skills.
• They pride ourselves on delivering tailored education that meets the unique needs of each student, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development.

Requirements

• Experience and knowledge of social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).
• Bachelor's degree in speech and language pathology, communication disorders, or a related field.
• Experience working with children with speech, language and communication difficulties (previous experience in an educational setting is highly desirable).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Be aware of and knowledgeable about different additional needs such as ASC, ADHD, MLD and SEMH.

Responsibilities

• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and interactive lessons.
• To work with children on a 1:1 and small group basis to help overcome their barriers to learning.
• Assisting the speech and language therapist in implementing individualised therapy plans.
• Conducting one-on-one or small group sessions with students to practice speech and language skills.
• Monitoring and documenting student progress and adjusting therapy techniques accordingly.
• Collaborating with teachers and parents to develop strategies for incorporating speech and language goals into the classroom and home environments.
• Supporting students during classroom activities, ensuring their participation and comprehension.

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