Therapist Assistant

Job Title: Therapy Assistant

Location: UK-West Yorkshire-Wakefield

Salary: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour, depending on skills and experience (£19,370.70 to £21,122.66 actual annual salary)

Hours: 37 hours per week - Term time only

Closing Date: Wednesday 22nd May

As a Therapy Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the implementation of Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, and Positive Behaviour Support interventions. This position is based in a Specialist SEN secondary school setting, where you will enable students to achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives.Day to Day of the role:

• Collaborate with teachers, SENCo, and the Management Team to understand student needs and develop effective interventions.
• Implement and review therapy interventions as identified by the Therapy Team and as outlined in students’ EHCPs.
• Conduct occupational therapy interventions, sensory, and creative activities, including therapeutic art.
• Develop student profiles in partnership with the therapy team.
• Employ integrated 'Push in’ methods in the classroom and conduct 1:1 or small group sessions when necessary.
• Liaise with teaching staff and the therapy team to ensure best practice throughout the curriculum.
• Deliver therapeutic support as advised by the therapy team and engage in relevant training for professional development.
• Adapt to varying duties and assist wherever required within the school setting.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a specialist setting or working with young people in education, particularly those with Special Educational Needs.
• Experience running interventions with measurable impact (desirable).
• Recognised Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.
• Strong desire to make a difference to young people.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including report writing.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Access to Perkbox for discounts on everyday expenses, gym memberships, and more.
• Competitive pay and reward structure with annual market rate reviews.
• Enhanced Annual Leave, Company Sick Pay, Pension, and Life Assurance.
• UK Health Cash Plan to cover healthcare expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programme with a range of support services.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme offering £1,000 for successful referrals (*terms apply).

To apply for the Therapy Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.