Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist Assistant (SLTA)
The Role:
A speech and language therapist assistant will focus on supporting children and adults who have speech, language, communication or eating/swallowing difficulties. Work within multi-disciplinary teams across alternative schools and SEN provisions.
- Deliver and support diagnosed communication or swallowing disorders in planned individual/ group therapy programs.
- Make custom learning tools, pictures and games.
- Support patients with neurological conditions, developmental delays, or learning disabilities.
- Advise and train family members, carers, teachers, and other professionals on communication strategies or safe swallowing techniques that's been set from a licensed therapist.
- Collaborate with teachers, Speech and Language therapists, nurses, doctors, and psychologists.
- Progress monitoring, reviewing and adapting therapy sessions.
- Maintain clinical records and write progress reports, session notes and update patient files.
Requirements:
Expected:
- Academic baseline of GCSE or Qualifications in English/Maths
- Level 3 or BTEC in health, education or social care
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)
- Empathise with vulnerable pupils & patiently build trust and rapport.
- Have strong communication skills with strong active listening and conflict resolution skills.
- Willing to engage in continuing professional development (CPD).
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
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Speech and Language Therapist Assistant (SLTA) in Huddersfield employer: Veritas Education
Join a dedicated team at an established Alternative Provision in West London, where your role as a Learning Support Assistant will be both impactful and rewarding. With a strong focus on collaboration and professional development, you'll have the opportunity to grow alongside passionate colleagues while making a real difference in the lives of students facing challenges. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values resilience and commitment, all within a vibrant community committed to fostering positive educational outcomes.
