Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Overview

Speech & Language Teaching Assistant (SaLT TA) – SEN School, Swinton

• Full-time | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm | £105 per day
• A specialist SEN school in Swinton is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Speech & Language Teaching Assistant (SaLT TA) to support non-verbal pupils and work closely with on-site Speech and Language Therapists.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity within a structured and supportive SEN environment.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for non-verbal children
• Work alongside Speech & Language Therapists (SaLT) delivering targeted communication interventions
• Support pupils using PECS, Now & Next boards, visual timetables and AAC strategies
• Encourage development of verbal communication, interaction and engagement
• Support children with Autism (ASD) and Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching and therapy staff
• Promote a calm, structured and communication-focused learning environment

• Experience supporting children with SLCN, ASD or complex needs
• Knowledge or experience of PECS, Now & Next boards and visual communication systems
• Experience working with non-verbal pupils
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary SEN team
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

• £105 per day
• Full-time:
  Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Long-term opportunity in a specialist SEN setting
• Work alongside experienced Speech & Language Therapists
• Supportive leadership and SEN-focused environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact on children's communication development

If you are passionate about supporting non-verbal children and developing communication skills within a specialist SEN setting, apply today.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards.

Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

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