Location
Sheffield | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Communication Support
Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom
Position Overview: We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant with expertise in supporting students with communication difficulties. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in facilitating the communication and social interaction of our students, enabling them to access the curriculum, express themselves effectively, and engage fully in the learning process.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with communication difficulties, both in the classroom and during structured activities.
- Implement individualized communication plans and strategies, including the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, visual aids, and other supportive tools.
- Support students in developing their receptive and expressive language skills, social communication, and interaction with peers and adults.
- Collaborate closely with the SENCO, teachers, speech and language therapists, and other professionals to implement and monitor individual education plans (IEPs) and communication goals.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel empowered to communicate and express themselves confidently.
Requirements:
- Experience working with students with communication difficulties, preferably within a special educational needs setting.
- Knowledge of different communication methods and strategies, including AAC systems (e.g., PECS, Makaton), visual supports, and sensory integration techniques.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/carers.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the communication and social development of students with diverse needs.
- Relevant qualifications and training in SEN and communication support are desirable.
Why work with CER?
- Competitive and transparent rates of pay
- Access to a £250 Refer a Friend Bonus
- Access to £300 Sign on Bonus if you’re already working for another agency
- DBS paid for by CER
- Fully funded CPD Courses
- Discount codes and cashback via our payroll partner
If this role is of interest to you, please apply to this job advert directly with an up to date copy of your CV and a member of the team will be in touch following a successful shortlisting.
If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you are interested in working within Education, then please give us a call on 0114 241 2800 for an informal conversation.
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