Speech & Language Support Assistant for SEND (Newcastle)

Protocol Education Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a Speech & Language Support Assistant to work in specialist SEND settings across Newcastle upon Tyne. You will support pupils with speech, language and communication needs, working alongside teachers and therapists to develop communication skills and confidence.

Ideal candidates are graduates with an interest in SEND, child development or Speech & Language Therapy, and who can build positive relationships in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Patient and supportive approach.
• Experience working with children desirable.
• Interest in SEND and communication needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support communication-focused interventions in class.
• Work with pupils one-on-one.
• Encourage language development and social interaction.
• Support classroom learning and routines.
• Reinforce therapy strategies throughout the day.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient approach

Experience with children

Interest in SEND

Relationship building

Education

Psychology or Linguistics graduates

Teaching Assistant backgrounds

Job description

Protocol Education is recruiting a Speech & Language Support Assistant to work in specialist SEND settings across Newcastle upon Tyne. You will support pupils with speech, language and communication needs, working alongside teachers and therapists to develop communication skills and confidence.

Ideal candidates are graduates with an interest in SEND, child development or Speech & Language Therapy, and who can build positive relationships in a school environment.