At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with speech and language needs, helping them express themselves and learn.
- Company: Join Protocol Education, a leader in inclusive education.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, free training, career support, and wellbeing check-ins.
- Other info: Great for graduates in speech therapy, psychology, or education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Speech and Language Teaching Assistant - Killingworth (Full-Time)
Help learners build the communication skills and confidence to take part in every school day.
Protocol Education is recruiting a full-time Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in
Killingworth .
You'll support pupils with speech, language and communication needs, helping them access learning, express themselves and develop meaningful relationships.
Working alongside teachers and specialist professionals, you'll play an important part in helping every learner feel heard and understood.
Why work with Protocol Education?
We know that communication is at the heart of learning, relationships and confidence.
We'll support you in developing your skills while helping you find a role where your contribution is valued.
You'll receive
- Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella companies
- FREE access to our online CPD Academy
- SEND, communication and Safeguarding training
- A dedicated local consultant
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
- Career development support
- Regular wellbeing check-ins
- What you'll be doing
- Supporting pupils with speech, language and communication needs
- Assisting with targeted communication activities
- Encouraging pupils to express themselves confidently
- Adapting resources and instructions where appropriate Supporting communication during lessons and social activities
- Working closely with teachers and specialist professionals
- Monitoring progress and sharing observations with the wider team
- Creating an inclusive environment where every pupil feels valued
What we're looking for
You'll be patient, attentive and able to communicate clearly.
You'll understand that every learner communicates differently and be willing to adapt your approach to meet individual needs.
You'll also be
- Empathetic and encouraging
- A strong listener
- Organised and proactive
- Calm and adaptable
- Passionate about supporting children and young people
Experience in education, healthcare, SEND or communication support is beneficial but not essential.
- Who this role would suit
- Speech and Language Graduates
- Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- Psychology Graduates
- Healthcare Assistants
- Aspiring Speech and Language Therapists
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
This advert is for a temporary position.
In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Df E statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers.
All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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Speech and Language Teaching Assistant - Killingworth (Full-Time) employer: Protocol Education Ltd
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