Speech and Language TA

• Speech and Language TA

• Specialist Therapy School
• Long-term contract
• Hackney

A specialist school for pupils with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), attachment trauma and SEMH are currently looking for a qualified Speech and Language therapist to join their staff on a permanent basis.

The Role

As one of the school's speech and language therapist you will be working across 2 school sites based in central London. You will plan, resource and prepare effective and engaging therapy programmes for pupils in KS1 and KS2 (supported by the teacher and leaders). Pupils attending the school have varying needs and all are provided with a combined programme of therapy and teaching to meet their needs. You will liaise with colleagues and external professionals as well as working closely with families. Your role will also include planning and delivering whole-staff therapeutic training.  You weekly role will consist of therapeutic work in one to one sessions with a specific child as well as supporting small groups or whole class, depending on need. You
may offer structured, weekly sessions to pupils, and/or in the moment therapeutic support where required. You will support the successful operation of all aspects of the school, as directed by
the senior leadership team.

To apply for this role you must have

• outstanding knowledge and understanding of speech and language therapy as well as wider therapies and their applications
• Understanding of mental health in children, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), trauma and the impact of abuse and mental health difficulties on child development, attachment and
  behaviour
• Understanding of child development, learning and children with SEMH and associated SEN
• Understanding of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
• General understanding of the national curriculum and school provision

If you have the appropriate qualifications, skills and experience listed above, please apply with an up to date CV.