Winchelsea School, a community special school for pupils aged 4 to 19 with learning difficulties, is recruiting a Therapy Assistant to support its speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and physiotherapists. The post holder delivers one-to-one, small group and whole-class interventions for communication, sensory and motor needs, and keeps session records and therapy resources. The role includes working at satellite classrooms in six local schools and may involve off-site horse riding therapy, so a driving licence and personal vehicle are essential. An enhanced DBS check applies.
What the job involves
- Deliver one-to-one, small group and whole-class therapy interventions for pupils on speech and language, occupational therapy and physiotherapy caseloads
- Support speech, language, communication and feeding needs for pupils on the speech and language therapy caseload
- Support sensory, visual processing and fine and gross motor needs for pupils on the occupational therapy and physiotherapy caseloads
- Help develop, implement and manage therapy provision and delivery under the guidance of a Senior Leadership Team member and the therapists
- Manage pupil behaviour by improving communicative, sensory and physical skills
- Support class teams to put therapy recommendations into practice
- Build and maintain relationships with individual pupils and groups
- Keep records of therapy sessions and interventions
- Prepare, organise and maintain therapy resources and equipment, including complex visuals and communication aids
- Contribute to a high-quality therapy support service for pupils, teachers, the curriculum and the school
- Work at satellite settings when required
- Deliver off-site horse riding therapy where it forms part of the caseload
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Driving licence and access to a personal vehicle
- Rigorous background credential checks for shortlisted candidates
Other
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
