Teaching Assistant - Speech and Language Support

Are you looking for a new role working with a primary school? Do you have previous experience supporting pupils speech development? A primary school based in Northampton has an exciting opportunity for a committed Teaching Assistant to join their team to provide vital support for pupils with Speech and Language support. As the successful Teaching Assistant, you will be working with groups of pupils with delayed speech and language development. You will be experienced with delivering phonics and other intervention programmes to support pupils' development and confidence in communication. Key Responsibilities Support pupils with SLCN in accessing the curriculum and achieving their learning goals. Implement strategies and interventions designed by speech and language therapists. Assist in creating and delivering tailored resources and activities to improve communication skills. Encourage participation in classroom discussions and promote effective social interactions. Monitor and record pupils progress, providing feedback to teachers and therapists. Collaborate with the teaching team to adapt learning materials to meet students' individual needs. Foster a positive, patient, and encouraging environment for learning. Essential Criteria: Experience working with children, particularly those with additional needs related to speech and language. Understanding of SLCN and strategies to support communication development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. A proactive, adaptable, and empathetic approach to supporting children. Desirable Criteria: Relevant qualifications, such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent. Experience with specific programs or tools, such as Makaton, PECs, or Elklan training. Previous experience working with speech and language therapists or within a similar role. Benefits: Ofsted rated good school. Supportive SLT and colleagues. Friendly working environment - very low staff turnover. Rewarding role - opportunity to make a difference. Ongoing training. Please send your CV to apply for this position or more information about the role, please get in touch. More roles are available If this position isnt quite what you are looking for, please get in contact find out what other positions are available. If you have not received a respsonse within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessul on this occassion. Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement

Location: Holcot, GB

Posted Date: 2/1/2025