At a Glance
- Tasks: Support speech and language programmes, plan activities, and advocate for students' communication needs.
- Company: Award-winning school with a creative and supportive environment for young people.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work in a dynamic team, and contribute to meaningful change.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in an outstanding school with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Passion for helping others and willingness to learn; experience in education is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
We are looking to appoint Speech & Language Therapy Teaching Assistants who will work within a class team and will have a key role in the implementation of Speech and Language programmes in the classroom.
Split over three main sites with additional Satellite provisions, Phoenix supports young people aged between 3 and 19.
We are an award-winning and “Outstanding” school (Ofsted, April 2024) accredited through the National Autistic Society and praised for our creative approaches.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people.
The Role
- Plan and run communication activities for individuals and small groups with support from the class teacher/Sa LT
- Where necessary run a specific communication programme devised by the Sa LT
- Work with the class teacher to plan and prepare appropriate visuals and resources for lessons and for specific communication groups.
- Work with the class teacher to plan and prepare transition packs including timetables, I am working for and motivators to support pupils in transitions around the school and offsite
- Advocate for the communication needs of the students in your class
- Record interventions run within the classroom
- Develop and prepare visual materials for therapy and classroom sessions.
- Work under supervision of a Speech and Language Therapist and a class teacher.
- Provide effective support to less experienced colleagues, modelling good practice.
- Keep written records of pupil observations.
- Assist in provision of training to staff and colleagues.
- Carry out general Teaching Assistant responsibilities.
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Speech & Language Therapy Teaching Assistant employer: Phoenix School
At Phoenix, we pride ourselves on being an outstanding employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment for our Speech & Language Therapy Teaching Assistants. Our commitment to professional development ensures that staff have ample opportunities for growth, while our award-winning status reflects our dedication to innovative teaching methods and the welfare of our young people. Located across three main sites, we offer a dynamic workplace where creativity and collaboration thrive, making it a truly rewarding place to contribute to the lives of our students.
