Speech and Language Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)

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Speech and Language Teaching Assistant | Southwark, SE1 | Daily Pay: 94-105 per day | Full-time | Start Date: May 2024

Our partner school is eagerly seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant, or passionate recent Graduate, to provide 1:1 support to a young pupil. The pupil has speech and communication difficulties, and limited language skills, so this would be a great role for a Teaching Assistant with Speech and Language experience or a Graduate eager to pursue a career in Speech and Language Therapy. This great opportunity is available to start immediately, working long-term for the remainder of the academic year, and the potential of a permanent contract for the right candidate.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 support to pupils with SEN
• Supporting children with phonics and speech development
• Leading individual and small group intervention sessions
• Liaising with the SENCO and class teacher about the pupil's progress, keeping accurate reports regularly
• Supporting the class teacher with managing class behaviour

The school are seeking candidates who:

• Hold a relevant teaching qualification or a degree.
• Has previous experience working in a primary school environment.
• Speech and Language experience or training is desirable.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Are able to quickly build relationships with students and staff.
• Is patient and nurturing with anyone they work with.

If this sounds like the role for you then please don't hesitate to submit your CV via the application page or if you are successful you will be contacted by Laine at LTF Recruitment office.