Therapy Assistant - Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom - Parker Smith Inclusion

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Therapist Assistant
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Full-Time; May half-term Start:

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Permanent contract, £17,000 - £19,000 per year depending on experience:


  • Specialist school supporting children who have Speech and Language Communication Needs (SLCN):
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Supporting children ages 16 to 19:

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Kingston, South West London:

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Interviews ASAP
Are you passionate about positively impacting the lives of young individuals with Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN)? Do you have a desire to support students in their journey towards independence? Look no further, as an exciting opportunity awaits you


We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Post 16 Therapy Assistant to join our beautiful SEN school in Kingston.

With a permanent contract on offer, you'll have the chance to work closely with our therapy team and provide invaluable assistance to students aged between 16 and 19.


As a Post 16 Therapy Assistant, you will be an essential part of their therapy team, collaborating with experienced professionals who share a common goal: to unlock the full potential of our remarkable students.

Your primary focus will be on supporting the individual needs of our post-16 learners, helping them overcome communication barriers and fostering personal growth.


Your responsibilities:


  • Collaborate closely with their therapy team and Post 16 department to develop and implement tailored therapy and lesson plans.
  • Support children ages 16 to 1
  • Support students in enhancing their communication skills and achieving their academic and personal goals.
  • Assist in the delivery of different therapy sessions, including Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy, following professional guidelines and best practices.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging students to express themselves confidently and effectively.
  • Monitor and track student progress, providing regular feedback to the therapy team, Post 16 department, and other relevant stakeholders.

Ideal Therapy Assistant:


  • Must have relevant experience supporting children and young people with SLCN, preferably in an educational or therapeutic setting
  • Excellent communication, literacy and numeracy skills
  • Able to build meaningful relationships with pupils, parents, teachers, and carers
  • Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Has a positive and cando attitude

Interested in hearing more about becoming a Therapy Assistant?
Parker Smith Inclusion is an ethical, people-focused recruitment consultancy dedicated to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent, Graduate


Salary:
£17,000.00-£19,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Onsite parking

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Kingston upon Thames,

Greater London:
reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)


Work Location:
In person

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