SLSN Support Assistant

Job Title: SLCN Support Assistant

Location: Bedford, MK42
Job Type: Contract, Full-Time
Salary: £90 to £100 Per Day

Role Overview:

Support students with Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) in a school environment. Help deliver personalized education plans and strategies, working alongside teachers and professionals to create a positive learning atmosphere. Assist students in improving their communication skills through targeted support and interventions.

Main Duties:

• Provide Assistance to students with SLCN to support their communication development and educational progress.
• Help implement individualized education plans tailored to the needs of each student.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and other specialists to maintain a supportive learning environment.
• Carry out assessments and monitor students’ progress, offering constructive feedback.
• Keep detailed records and manage a caseload effectively.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualification in Speech and Language Therapy or a related discipline.
• At least 1 years’ experience supporting individuals with SLCN within an educational context.
• Strong knowledge of different communication disorders and their effects on learning.

Skills and Competencies:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with educators, families, and professionals.
• Understanding of communication difficulties and suitable intervention methods.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Additional certifications or training in SLCN-specific interventions.
• Experience working directly with children and young people with SLCN.

Work Environment:

• Full-time position, Monday through Friday.
• Based in a school setting, providing support to students with communication needs.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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