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Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant

Academics
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0HS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant position in Farnborough is ideal for outstanding graduates seeking experience in special education.
  • The role involves supporting children aged 4-16 with severe learning difficulties and communication needs, particularly those diagnosed with Autism.
  • Candidates will work with a small class of 7-10 students, collaborating with teachers and therapists to deliver targeted interventions.
  • No prior experience is required, but a genuine interest in working with children with special educational needs is essential.
  • The position offers a salary of £80-£100 per day, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 3.30 pm, during term time.

Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant - Farnborough - Education and Training - Autism - ASD - ASC - Speech and Language - SEN - Special Needs

Are you an outstanding Graduate looking to gain experience before maybe pursuing a career as a SEN Teacher or Speech and Language Therapist? Are you motivated by supporting and helping children to reach their full potential?

Are you looking for a rewarding career supporting young people with Severe, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties?

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Apply today! This Special Educational Needs School near Farnborough is for children aged 4-16 with severe learning difficulties (SLD). Most children also have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), and an Autism diagnosis.

This Farnborough-based school is looking for a passionate and committed Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant. You will be supporting a small class of 7-10 students, working in partnership with the school's teaching staff, therapists and support staff to deliver specific interventions that aim to boost students' learning, development and language acquisition.

As an Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Teachers, and other professionals, and deliver interventions to children with speech, language and communicational needs both in small groups and 1:1. You will make a real difference to the lives of the children, gaining vital experience which will enable you to kick-start your future career.

Job role and responsibilities of an Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant:

  • Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students
  • Behaviour and pastoral support
  • Take an active role in forward planning with therapists
  • Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
  • Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
  • Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
  • Ensure safeguarding of students, in line with procedures
  • Personal care support
  • Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD

Experience is not required, but candidates should demonstrate an interest in working with children with SEN.

**Start date ASAP**Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students**£80-£100 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm, term time only**Must be able to travel to Farnborough and surrounding areas**No previous experience is required**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in the Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant role:

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.