Speech and Language Therapy 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 Therapy 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! In September 2024, the Trust were delighted to open two new Speech and Language Specialist Resourced Base Provisions within our Canford Heath Infant and Junior School. The MAT Trustees are looking to appoint a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant who is dedicated, compassionate, and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our children. We currently have a vacancy based at Canford Heath Junior School 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8.30 am - 4 pm (1 hour lunch) Pay Grade: Grade F (12-17) £28,598 - £31,022 pro-rata Actual Salary - £20,859.81 - £22,627.91 Permanent Term time only Required June 2026 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), initially accommodating a maximum of 15 children across the two bases, with anticipated growth up to a maximum of 35 children over the next three years. The post holder will be required to: Work under the guidance of a qualified therapist to assist in developing, implementing, and managing interventions for speech, language, communication, and behavioural needs. Deliver therapy sessions to pupils one-on-one, in groups, or as a whole class. Prepare and maintain therapy materials and equipment, including communication aids and visuals. Help deliver training for teachers, teaching assistants, parents, and families to enhance therapeutic support across the school. Work with class teams to implement therapy recommendations and provide supervision to Teaching Assistants who act as links between classrooms and the Therapy Department. Contribute to systems for tracking and recording pupils' academic and social progress. Support pupils in off-site activities to integrate therapy goals into real-life settings 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 pre