Speech & Language TA – Flexible 1:1 & Small Groups

Tradewind Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE pay

CPD access

SEND specialist consultant

Local opportunities

Flexible working

Referral bonus

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11-16 at a specialist SEN school in Stockport. You will work closely with teachers and Speech and Language Therapists to develop students' communication skills within a nurturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEND, particularly autism and communication needs, and a passion for helping young people reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND, especially autism and communication needs.
• Patience, resilience and nurturing attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in speech and language development.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with speech, language and communication needs.
• Support Speech and Language Therapy programmes and interventions.
• Encourage development of functional communication using a range of methods and resources.
• Help students access learning across the curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other professionals to support individual targets.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Promote students' social, emotional and communication development.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Patient

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant qualifications desirable

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11-16 at a specialist SEN school in Stockport. You will work closely with teachers and Speech and Language Therapists to develop students' communication skills within a nurturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have experience with SEND, particularly autism and communication needs, and a passion for helping young people reach their potential.