Have you had experience working with children ?

Have you had experience working with children who have speech and language difficulties ?

A school located in Richmond are seeking an enthusiastic teaching assistant with experience working

with children with speech and language difficulties.

If you apply for this role you will be working closely with a student from a year 3 class who has difficulty with their speech and language. You will be working one to one with this student within the classroom and out of the classroom, supporting them with their reading and writing skill. You will need the ability to make learning interesting so the student stays engaged throughout the course of the day, giving them a higher chance of progressing in their academic studies. Another part of your role will include supporting the student at break and lunch times, encouraging them to interact with their peers, to help build up their self-esteem. Furthermore, you will be highlighting areas where the student needs to improve and keeping record of their progress.

Skills needed for this role

• Sensitivity towards the children’s needs.
• Creativity when planning lessons
• Patience and ability to stay calm in stressful situations
• Open to change and ability to be flexible
• Excellent communication skills
• Good numeracy and literacy skills

What do Ortus recruitment offer ?

• REC cooperate members
• Generous daily pay (£80-£90)
• No working with umbrella companies
• Collaborative and supportive team
• Partnership with holiday sport camps

If you want to apply for this role, please send a copy of your full CV

|Speech and language teaching assistant | Richmond | Full time – long term | Immediate start |