Speech & Language Therapy Assistant — Clinic & School Support

The Methodist Church in Britain; Rhiwderin; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS benefits package

Supportive network of therapists

Regular supervision

Tailored training opportunities

Job summary

A Speech and Language Therapy Assistant post sits in the Children's Centre Speech and Language Therapy team at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, with base at Serennu or Caerphilly Children's Centre on appointment. The role supports therapists in delivering therapy for children with speech, language and communication needs across clinic and school settings.

Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential, and applicants who speak either language are welcome.

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Experience of working as part of a team, collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of communication disability, communication difficulties and speech and language therapy.
• Organised.

Responsibilities

• Supporting therapists in their work with children
• Delivering therapy in clinic settings
• Delivering therapy in school settings
• Working closely with children and their families
• Working with other professionals, including education staff

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of speech & language therapy

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE level

Job description

A Speech and Language Therapy Assistant post sits in the Children's Centre Speech and Language Therapy team at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, with base at Serennu or Caerphilly Children's Centre on appointment. The role supports therapists in delivering therapy for children with speech, language and communication needs across clinic and school settings.

Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential, and applicants who speak either language are welcome.