Teaching Assistant – Speech and Language

Location: Littlehampton
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Speech and Language)
Hours: 08:30 to 15:30

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to support non-verbal or minimally verbal children in communication in Littlehampton. The successful candidate will have expertise in alternative communication methods and familiarity with visual aids and communication devices. You will also understand the various developmental challenges that come with delayed speech and language, including issues related to confidence and peer relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support non-verbal or minimally verbal children in their communication development.
• Implement alternative communication strategies tailored to individual needs.
• Use visual aids and communication devices to facilitate learning.
• Encourage social interaction and engagement among students.
• Collaborate with teachers to monitor and report on student progress.
• Create a positive learning environment that supports communication skills.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Previous experience working with children that have special educational needs.
• Familiarity with alternative communication methods and visual aids.
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work within a team.
• The ability to be adaptable, remain calm in challenging situations, and respond to the needs of the pupils.
• Must be able to understand and follow the school’s safeguarding procedures and behavioural policies.
• Qualifications relating to education, special educational needs, counselling, or psychology are not essential but will be looked upon favourably.

If you are interested or wish to discuss this role further, apply now!

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

– Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment.
– Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Please note the pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.