Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Speech and Language Teaching Assistant About the Role

This rewarding, classroom-based role offers the chance to support children and young people in developing essential communication skills that will last a lifetime. Working closely with teachers and therapists, you'll help create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment where pupils feel understood, supported and able to thrive.

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups to develop their expressive and receptive language
• Using PECS, Makaton, and visual resources to promote understanding and independence
• Encouraging positive social interaction and emotional regulation through clear, consistent routines
• Implementing strategies recommended by Speech and Language Therapists and teaching staff
• Fostering a warm, trusting atmosphere that helps pupils grow in confidence and communication

This role would suit:

• Psychology, Education or Speech & Language graduates
• Experienced Teaching Assistants or Support Workers with SEND experience
• Parents, carers or individuals with lived experience of communication needs
• Those exploring a future in speech therapy, SEN teaching or child development

• A calm, patient and encouraging approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine interest in how children communicate and learn
• A belief in inclusive, child-centred education

The school provides a specialist, nurturing environment where structure and communication are at the heart of everything they do. Pupils benefit from a consistent daily routine, individualised support and a dedicated team who understand the unique ways each child learns and expresses themselves. Staff collaborate closely and are deeply committed to helping every child make progress and feel valued.

• Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm, term time only
• September start
• Full-time and part-time applicants welcome

• Competitive pay
• No shifts, evenings or weekend work
• Opportunities for training and CPD

Shape the future of a child who needs your support - apply now to become a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process.

If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.