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Teaching Assistant - Speech and Language

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Sector

Education

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Job Type

Contract

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Salary Range

Unspecified

Description

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join a brilliant specialist school for pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs.

Our school brings together teachers, teaching assistants, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists to deliver a highly integrated approach that supports every pupil’s communication, learning and wellbeing.

About the School

We offer:

• A language-rich, communication-friendly environment
• Therapy delivered within the classroom and peer group settings
• A triple-stranded curriculum focused on communication, independence and academic progress
• Evidence-based strategies to support language and literacy development
• Personalised interventions tailored to individual needs
• Whole-school approaches to sensory processing and emotional regulation
• A consistent, specialist approach across all classrooms

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with speech, language and communication needs across primary and secondary phases
• Work alongside teachers, SALT and OT as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small group support
• Use strategies such as visual supports, pre-teaching vocabulary and multi-sensory learning
• Help pupils access learning through adapted language and structured routines
• Support communication, emotional regulation and independence

We are looking for someone who:
• Is patient, positive and passionate about supporting children with SEND
• Has good communication and teamwork skills
• Is willing to learn and develop specialist skills in SLCN
• Has experience working with children

We offer:

• Specialist training and ongoing professional development
• A highly supportive and collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to work in an innovative, research-informed setting
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ communication and life outcomes

If you are excited by the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking specialist school, we would love to hear from you.