1:1 Learning Support Mentor Speech and Language
35 hours per week TERM TIME ONLY, PLUS 4 INSET DAYS
Fixed Term Linked to Student
XS10.4 - Grade 5 SCP5
£12.85ph
FTE: £24,790
ACTUAL: £20,158
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic new member to our friendly and supportive SEND Team.
The ideal candidate will build good relationships with our young people, using their excellent communication and organisation skills, and be able to adapt to changing circumstances throughout the school day.
1:1 Teaching Assistant supporting a young person with a speech and language need.
The role of a 1:1 Teaching Assistant working with a student with a speech and language needs to support, facilitate and develop their independence whilst ensuring the student has full access to a broad curriculum. This will be across the whole school site.
1:1 Teaching Assistant supporting a young person with a speech and language need. | Job Summary
* Working closely with teaching staff to help them plan and deliver effective teaching material tailored to student’s individual needs.
* Encourage educational and personal development of a student with a young person with a speech and language needs by identifying and overcoming barriers to learning.
1:1 Teaching Assistant supporting a young person with a speech and language need. | Job Requirements
* Experience of working with children and young people would be desirable.
* An ability to support learning across the whole curriculum using targeted strategies.
* Be a creative thinker able to inspire students.
* Motivated to help students reach their full potential.
* Aspire to achieve the best outcome for the student through implementing inclusive practice.
* A willingness to develop the required knowledge in relation to the student’s specific needs through further study and courses.
* Applying knowledge to ensure suitable support is in place for the student, while still developing independence in their learning.
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant supporting a student with a speech and language need, you will be working across the whole school site in all departments. The Blandford School offers a wide, varied, and enriching curriculum delivered by experienced and dedicated staff. Whilst overseen by the Learning Support Department, you will become a member of the wider school team who will support you as you carry out your role. Further support and training will be provided by the school team as well as via external agencies.
Please send completed application forms to: Stacey Stevens: sstevens@blandfordschool.org.uk
CLOSING DATE: Monday 30th June
INTERVIEW DATE: TBC #J-18808-Ljbffr