Speech and Language Support Assistant

TEACH POOLE - MULTI ACADEMY TRUST Ad Astra Infant School (Good - Dec 2023) Haymoor Junior School (Good - Oct 2023) Canford Heath Infant School (Outstanding - Mar 2023) Canford Heath Junior School (Good - Oct 2023) Poole SCITT (Good - May 2022) Speech and Language Support Assistant Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children who need you? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The MAT Trustees are looking to appoint a Speech and Language Support Assistant who is dedicated, compassionate, and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our children. You will be joining a fabulous team in our Speech and Language Specialist Resourced Base Provision at Canford Heath Junior School. 30 hours per week 8:15 am - 3:15 pm (1 hour lunch) Pay Grade: Grade E (7-9) £26,403 - £27,255 pro-rata (Actual Salary - c. £17,777 - £18,350) Permanent (required ASAP) Term time only The TEACH Poole Multi Academy Trust was formed in April 2015. Ofsted has recently graded all four of our wonderful schools as good or outstanding. We are extremely popular, over-subscribed, forward-thinking schools with supportive staff and fantastic children. The Resourced Base Provision caters for children of primary age (4-11), with anticipated growth up to a maximum of 35 children over the next three years. The post holder will be required to: Support pupils in the Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) Base, working under the guidance of the Base Manager to implement pupils' Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and deliver targeted educational interventions. Assist with teaching and learning activities, following EHCPs and Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Support individual or small groups of children with physical, emotional, and educational development. Provide behavioural and learning support to pupils with special educational needs. Implement focused educational activities and work independently when needed. Clarify instructions and adapt strategies to meet individual pupil needs. Promote independence, self-esteem, and inclusion of children with special needs. Monitor and report pupils' progress to the Base Manager, maintaining required records. Collaborate with staff to plan and deliver Speech and Language programs. We are looking for someone with: A passion for making communication accessible for the individual learner. A creative and flexible therapeutic approach that builds success through challenge, personalisation and innovation. The confidence and skills to build positive relationships that help to break down barriers and build self-esteem. A commitment to enabling all our pupils to overcome their challenges and achieve their potential. A can-do attitude to overcoming obstacles A preparedness to go above and beyond Resilience and stamina We can offer you: An opportunity to be par