Communication and Interaction Advisor - Remote

Overview

The Communication and Interaction Advisor plays a key role in supporting children and young people with SEND within schools and educational settings in the London Borough of Havering.

In Short

• Lead support for schools and families regarding communication skills.
• Work collaboratively with specialists including Advisory Teachers and Educational Psychologists.
• Provide training and resources for staff in educational settings.
• Model interventions and strategies for improving communication.
• Facilitate multi-agency working to achieve positive outcomes.
• Commit to ongoing professional development.
• Manage diary and create positive relationships with schools.
• Understand the impact of communication differences on children and communities.
• Flexibly engage in various contexts to support inclusion.
• Utilize strong communication skills to engage diverse audiences.

Requirements

• Minimum two years' experience with school-aged children with communication differences.
• Secure understanding of autism and related conditions.
• Experience in personalizing communication interventions.
• Proficient in using visual supports for communication.
• Experience in facilitating specialist groups and interventions.
• Ability to create resources and support plans.
• Motivation for high-level service delivery.
• Commitment to CPD and professional growth.
• Strong IT skills and reflective practice.
• Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and related legislation.

Benefits

• Excellent induction package and dedicated support.
• Protected time for professional development.
• Supportive team environment focused on positive outcomes.
• Flexible working arrangements between remote and in-person.
• Access to high-quality IT equipment and support.