Therapy Assistant – Winchelsea School

Therapy Assistant – Winchelsea School Overview

The Therapy Assistant position at Winchelsea School in Poole offers an exciting opportunity to support a diverse range of pupils with special educational needs. The successful candidate will work closely with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists to enhance the communication, motor, and sensory skills of students.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the therapy team in developing and implementing therapy services tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Support pupils with speech, language, communication, and feeding requirements.
• Address sensory and motor skill needs for pupils receiving Occupational and Physiotherapy.
• Manage pupil behavior by improving their communicative, sensory, and physical abilities.
• Deliver therapy interventions to a specific caseload of pupils, which may include one-on-one, small group, or whole class sessions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Help classroom teams implement therapy recommendations effectively.
• Contribute to a high-quality therapy support service for pupils and educators.
• Keep detailed records of therapy sessions and interventions.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of therapy resources and equipment.

Requirements

• Experience or qualifications in supporting children with special educational needs.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with therapists and educational staff.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with pupils and colleagues.
• Organizational skills for managing therapy resources and documentation.
• Flexibility to work at various satellite settings, requiring a valid driving license and personal vehicle access.

Benefits

• Salary between £25,263 and £27,437 pro rata annually.
• Permanent role with term-time working hours.
• Supportive work environment focused on child welfare and development.

This position is for 32.5 hours per week, across 41 weeks per year, with part-time hours considered. Interested candidates should contact Jessica Woodrow, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, at [email protected] or call 01202 746240 for further discussion. To apply, please review the role profile and complete the application form available at www.winchelseaschool.co.uk/vacancies, sending it to [email protected] The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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