Speech & Language / Communication Support TA – Stockport

Location: South Manchester
Salary: £107.71- £115 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Start Date: September

Milk Education is seeking caring and dedicated Speech & Language and Communication Support Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools and SEND settings in Stockport from September.

We're looking to connect with Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Communication Support Workers and education professionals who have experience supporting children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).

This could include supporting pupils with communication difficulties, autism, developmental language needs and other additional needs that impact their ability to communicate and access learning.

With a wide range of opportunities available, we're open to speaking with candidates looking for long-term, short-term, part-time, full-time, temporary or permanent positions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with communication needs
• Support pupils with speech, language and communication development
• Deliver or support targeted communication activities and interventions
• Help pupils access classroom learning through appropriate communication strategies
• Build positive relationships and encourage confidence and independence
• Work alongside teachers, SEND teams and other professionals
• Follow individual support plans and contribute to pupil progress
• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND, speech and language or communication needs
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEND TA, Communication Support Worker or similar
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, encouraging and adaptable approach
• Experience supporting autism or complex needs is desirable
• Relevant SEND, education, speech and language or care qualifications are desirable
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualifications are welcomed
• A genuine interest in helping children develop their communication and learning skills

Why Work with Milk Education:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Full-time, part-time, temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities
• Opportunities across South Manchester
• Work across mainstream, specialist and SEND settings
• Flexible working opportunities
• Fast-track registration and compliance
• 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews
• Free access to Milk Academy (1,000+ discounted CPD courses)
• FREE wellbeing resources and school preparation materials
• 24/7 consultant support
• Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency
• Nationwide network of schools and trusts

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Click 'Apply For Job' or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

Phone: 0161 327 0001
Email: marli.mendes@milk-education.co.uk

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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