Overview
Speech, Language and Communication Needs Teaching Assistant - Chelmsford, Essex
Education and training
Salary: £88 - £100 per day
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Start: ASAP
Sector: Primary Education
Contract: Long-term contract with the view of a permanent contract for the suitable candidate
Benefits: Staff car park available
About the school
* The school supports a large number of students with a range of Special Needs and Disabilities.
* They have a comprehensive pastoral framework based on a caring ideology that fosters healthy relationships by promoting high standards and encouraged challenge.
* Emphasis on communication and cognition.
* In Key Stages 1 and 2, their goal is to promote independence and communication through relevant, real-world experiences, with a focus on the transference of skills.
* They pride ourselves on delivering tailored education that meets the unique needs of each student, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development.
Requirements
* Experience and knowledge of social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).
* Bachelor's degree in speech and language pathology, communication disorders, or a related field.
* Experience working with children with speech, language and communication difficulties (previous experience in an educational setting is highly desirable).
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
* Be aware of and knowledgeable about different additional needs such as ASC, ADHD, MLD and SEMH.
Responsibilities
* Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and interactive lessons.
* To work with children on a 1:1 and small group basis to help overcome their barriers to learning.
* Assisting the speech and language therapist in implementing individualised therapy plans.
* Conducting one-on-one or small group sessions with students to practice speech and language skills.
* Monitoring and documenting student progress and adjusting therapy techniques accordingly.
* Collaborating with teachers and parents to develop strategies for incorporating speech and language goals into the classroom and home environments.
* Supporting students during classroom activities, ensuring their participation and comprehension.
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