Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist

Description:

Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Addlestone

We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with moderate learning difficulties and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Addlestone. No previous experience is required.

The School:

This school is near Addlestone, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 11-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite varied. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD.

As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams.

Professional Skills & Requirements:

Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities
Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher
Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support
Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support
Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD
Ensure safeguarding of students
Able to commute to AddlestonePersonal Qualities:

Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential
Able to build confidence and motivation
Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
Caring, compassionate, and a good listenerAspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Addlestone
£93-£105 per day

Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd:
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Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate