SALT Assistant

SALT Assistant

Red Balloon Reading

Location: Kings Road, Reading

Hours:Part time (0.4 fte): days to be agreed. Staff may be asked to stay late in exceptional circumstances

Salary: £27,263 (pro rata)

We are also advertising a post that, combined with this, could offer a full-time opportunity. If you feel you have the skills and qualities to fulfil both roles, please make this clear on your application and ensure you address the person specification for both roles.

Summary of role

As a SALT Assistant, you will:
● Deliver individual/paired SALT programmes and support according to the pupil’s needs as directed by a qualified
SALT.
● Support and work with other therapists, teachers and student support assistants to provide a coordinated and
inclusive SALT programme.
● Create and implement resources for the classroom under the guidance of a qualified therapist.
● Report back to the SALT and Head of Centre on a regular basis.
● Maintain up to date and accurate notes in line with standards for all student contacts.
● Contribute to achievement notes and provide information for annual reviews, reports and other assessments.
● Attend and participate in therapy meetings, supervision and line management meetings
● Attend staff meetings and in service training as required.
● When necessary, to carry out general Support Assistant responsibilities in amongst your Speech & Language
role.

The full job description and person specifications are available via the link below.

How to Apply

In line with safer recruitment practices, we are only able to accept applications via our application forms, which can be accessed by following the application link above. Our forms can be saved and come back to at any point.

Closing date:

Interviews will take place the week after a suitable application has been received, and it is hoped the successful candidate will join us as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please call 0118 958 3004 and ask to speak to Michelle Masters. We look forward to
receiving your application.

Red Balloon Reading is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires the successful candidate to commit to this. The person appointed will be subjected to an enhanced DBS check.

Red Balloon Reading is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, marital status.