Speech & Language TA - Secondary (1:1 & Small Groups)

Protocol Education Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Middlesbrough is seeking a Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to support secondary students from September, with options for full or part-time work. The role focuses on students with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and involves 1:1 and small-group support to build communication skills, confidence, and independence.

The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting children or young people, particularly with SLCN, and will demonstrate patience,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people is desirable.
• Experience with speech, language or communication needs would be advantageous.
• Patient, empathetic and able to build strong relationships with students.
• Confident supporting both 1:1 and small-group activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, proactive and adaptable.
• A genuine commitment to supporting students with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged students.
• Support students with speech, language and communication needs.
• Help students develop their communication, confidence and social skills.
• Deliver or support targeted interventions as directed by teaching staff or specialists.
• Adapt support to meet individual students' needs.
• Encourage students to engage positively with learning.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO and other support staff.
• Monitor and provide feedback on student progress.
• Promote independence and positive behaviour.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

SLCN experience

Communication skills

Job description

Protocol Education Ltd in Middlesbrough is seeking a Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to support secondary students from September, with options for full or part-time work. The role focuses on students with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and involves 1:1 and small-group support to build communication skills, confidence, and independence.

The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting children or young people, particularly with SLCN, and will demonstrate patience,