Job Details
Hours of work: 35 hours per week.
Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only.
Salary: Pro‑rata for part-time/term-time position.
Fixed-term: 12 months.
Closing date: Monday 08 June 2026.
Responsibilities
* Support pupils with high communication and interaction needs within the classroom.
* Assist children with complex communication needs to access learning and achieve full potential.
* Implement tailored communication approaches in classroom settings.
* Use or develop alternative and augmentative communication strategies such as visual supports, PECS, or communication aids.
* Provide a patient, nurturing approach and build strong, trusting relationships to support engagement and independence.
* Work as part of a flexible, enthusiastic team in a busy school environment.
Qualifications & Experience
* Previous experience supporting children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and/or social communication difficulties.
* Ability to use or willingness to learn a range of communication strategies (visual supports, PECS, Makaton, communication aids).
* Experience delivering or supporting targeted communication interventions such as Speech Link, Language Link or similar programmes.
* Understanding of how to adapt the learning environment and interactions to meet individual communication and interaction needs.
* Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development, including training from Speech and Language Therapy and specialist communication support teams.
* Experience supporting students with Down’s syndrome.
* Energy, enthusiasm and patience for supporting students in a busy school environment.
Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school will ensure that the successful candidate has not been disqualified under these regulations. A self‑declaration form will be required as part of the pre‑employment checks. If a candidate is found to be disqualified, the offer of employment will be subject to a waiver application to Ofsted.
Application Notes
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
For further information and to apply, contact:
Gildredge House
Compton Place Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN20 8AB
Phone: 01323 400650
Email: careers@gildredgehouse.org.uk
Benefits
* Two‑week break in the Autumn Term for holidays.
* Supportive induction programme for new staff.
* Investment in career development through regular CPD.
* Support and mentoring by Senior Leadership Team and experienced leaders.
* Full employee assistance programme in support of wellbeing.
* TPS Pension Scheme.
* Complimentary tea and coffee in staffroom.
* On‑site parking.
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