Speech & Language Therapy Assistant — Autism & Complex Needs

The Cambian Group; Rowley Village; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambian Group is seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join New Elizabethan School. This role combines clinical and administrative support, delivering therapy programmes under the direction of a Speech and Language Therapist and supporting SLTs in assessment and reporting of residents’ communication skills.

Based at Cambian New Elizabethan School, you will work with students aged 7–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions and related needs, in a small-class setting designed to foster

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a similar role.
• Interest in communication and working with young people with autism.
• Experience with challenging behaviour and complex needs advantageous.
• Basic IT skills and ability to work flexibly and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy programmes to individual students or groups under supervision of SLT.
• Assist in assessment of residents' communication skills and progress reporting.
• Provide support with resources for individuals and administrative tasks.
• Receive regular supervision and opportunities for CPD within the Cambian SLT service.

Skills

Interest in communication

Teamwork

Basic IT skills

Experience with autism/learning needs

Job description

The Cambian Group is seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join New Elizabethan School. This role combines clinical and administrative support, delivering therapy programmes under the direction of a Speech and Language Therapist and supporting SLTs in assessment and reporting of residents’ communication skills.

Based at Cambian New Elizabethan School, you will work with students aged 7–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions and related needs, in a small-class setting designed to foster