Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Q - Are you a graduate who has a passion for helping students with their Speech and Language?
If so, we have the perfect role for you!
EdEx are on the hunt for multiple graduates who are bubbly and enthusiastic, ready to hit the ground running, supporting KS1 - KS2 students in an Kingston Primary School this September. Within this role, you will be supporting students who are non-verbal, pre-verbal and those who have limited speech so, you will be using well known methods including Art, Music and Creative therapy. This will be using resources such as picture cards, speech therapy apps and painting/drawing
You will be able to shadow professionals such as Speech and Language, Art and Music Therapists as they come to the school on a routine basis. This will allow you to get some insight into their line of work and get some tips for your upcoming career.
This school will provide you with training, resources and the materials to ensure every student thrives with your support
Job Description - Speech and Language Teaching Assistant
+ Speech and Language Teaching Assistant
+ Working with KS1 & KS2
+ Supporting students mainly on 1:1 basis working on their speech and language
+ Shadowing professionals such as Speech and Language, Art and Music professionals
+ Working closely with SEN students including Non - Verbal, Pre - Verbal and those who have limited communication.
+ Use creative and imaginative ways to communicate and build rapports with the students
+ To support the lead teacher with resources and basic behaviour management
+ Following set personalised plans to improve the students speech and language skills
+ Monday to Friday 8:30-4pm

+ Bright graduate who has a 2:1 or 1st class degree
+ Strong GCSE and A-Level grades
+ Strong passion for working with students on their academia and mental health
+ Enthusiasm and creative to be able to inspire children with learning
+ The ability to write cogently and fluently with correct spelling and punctuation
+ Patience, kindness, flexibility, good humour and the ability to work as part of a team
+ Professional attitude and approach to work