Job Title: SLCN Support Assistant
Location: Bedford, MK42
Job Type: Contract, Full-Time
Salary: £90 to £100 Per Day
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Desirable Qualifications:
* Additional certifications or training in SLCN-specific interventions.
* Experience working directly with children and young people with SLCN.
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Work Environment:
* Full-time position, Monday through Friday.
* Based in a school setting, providing support to students with communication needs.
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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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