Communication Support SEN Teaching Assistant

Communication Support SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: Sutton, South LondonStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-time, term-time onlySetting: Specialist SEN SchoolAre you passionate about helping children and young people find their voice, communicate their needs and build meaningful connections?We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Communication Support SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Sutton. The school supports pupils with autism, severe and complex learning difficulties, PMLD, physical disabilities, sensory impairments and communication difficulties.This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils who may communicate in different ways and help them develop confidence, interaction and independence.The RoleWorking alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff, you will help pupils access learning and express themselves using appropriate communication approaches.Your responsibilities will include:Providing one-to-one and small-group classroom support.Encouraging communication through speech, gestures, signs and visual resources.Supporting pupils using PECS, Makaton and other alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) systems where appropriate.Helping pupils express their needs, choices and preferences.Encouraging interaction, turn-taking and social communication.Supporting speech and language activities under the guidance of relevant professionals.Using communication boards, symbols and visual timetables.Helping pupils participate in ..... full job details .....