SEN Teaching Assistant (Speech, Language & Communication Needs)

Job description

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Speech, Language & Communication Needs)Join a supportive school environment helping students with speech, language and communication needs achieve their full potential. This rewarding SEN support role combines classroom assistance, interventions, safeguarding, inclusion support and student development.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you:Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant, Inclusion Support Assistant, Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, SEN Learning Support Assistant, Learning Mentor, SLCN Assistant, SLCN Teaching AssistantThis role is known internally as a Communications Assistant for Specialist Resource ProvisionSALARY: Competitive + BenefitsLOCATION: Bishop's Stortford, HertfordshireJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant.Working within a Specialist Resource Provision, you will support students with speech, language and communication needs and/or autism through targeted interventions, classroom support and inclusive learning activities. You will play a key role in helping students develop academically, socially and emotionally.As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to deliver tailored support programmes, monitor progress and encourage positive learning outcomes.The SEN Teaching Assistant will join a dedicated team that values creativity, innovation and commitment, providing opportunities to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people every day.APPLY TODAYReady to make your next career move?

Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour duties as the SEN Teaching Assistant (Speech, Language & Communication Needs) include:Supporting Students: Work with students with speech, language and communication needs and/or autism, delivering targeted interventions and evidence-based support strategiesImplementing Programmes: Deliver individual and group intervention plans under the guidance of teaching staff and specialist professionalsSupporting Therapy Delivery: Assist with the implementation of speech and language programmes as directed by teaching staff and specialist practitionersMonitoring Progress: Record, track and report on student development and achievementClassroom Support: Support students from the Specialist Resource Provision within mainstream classroom settingsPromoting Inclusion: Help create a positive, supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages achievement and wellbeingCollaborating with Professionals: Work alongside teachers, therapists and external agencies to support student outcomesPreparing Resources: Assist with the preparation and maintenance of teaching and learning materials and equipmentFollowing Procedures: Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, behaviour management and organisational policiesProfessional Development: Participate in relevant training and development opportunities to enhance specialist SEN knowledge and skillsCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSEssentialA patient, empathetic and caring approach when supporting children and young peopleStrong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and professionalsCommitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peopleAbility to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary teamStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectivelyFlexibility and adaptability within a busy educational environmentDesirablePrevious experience supporting children with speech, language and communication needsPrevious experience supporting children with autismA qualification in Speech and Language Therapy or a related fieldBENEFITSGreat opportunities for professional developmentNEST pension scheme (subject to eligibility)O2 discounts and Specsavers corporate eye test vouchersFlexible working opportunitiesEligibility for NUS Card and CSSC membershipWell-being programmes including retreats, yoga and wellness appsCycle-to-work and Electric Vehicle Lease SchemesFree staff lunch and on-site parkingThis role requires a DBS checkPre-employment checksThe organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.APPLY TODAYBy submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P14833This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Avanti Schools TrustFull-Time, Permanent, Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bishop's Stortford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English