Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist

GSL Education - Chelmsford; Havering-Atte-Bower; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is looking for aspiring Speech and Language Therapists to join as SEN Teaching Assistants. This role offers paid experience with children who have Autism and Complex Social Needs in a specialist school. Successful candidates will need strong safeguarding knowledge and prior relevant experience. Classes are small, promoting tailored learning approaches for students aged 3-16.

Qualifications

• 9-12 months of paid experience in relevant sectors.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to children with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Assist in personal care and learning through play.
• Work in a holistic environment alongside teaching and support teams.

Skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Child protection

Experience with children with Autism

Job description

Are you an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for working with children with Autism and associated Complex Social Needs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to gain paid experience in this field.

GSL Education are seeking passionate and dedicated graduate learning support assistants for a specialist school. The school caters to children with Autism and associated complex social needs, with classes of no more than 6 students at a time. The curriculum is tailored to each student's ability and is focused on Early Years and Primary education.

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates with aspirations in Occupational Therapy, Child Development, or associated therapies, as it provides hands-on experience working with children who have speech, language, and social communication needs. To qualify for this role, you must have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, as well as 9-12 months of paid experience in the relevant sectors.

The school is an all-through SEN school, catering for children aged 3-16, with classes of no more than 6 students at any one time. The curriculum is tailored to each student's ability, not their age, and the focus is on EYS and Primary education due to the diverse learning levels of the students. Many of the children have SPCLN challenges, are non-verbal, or selectively mute, making this an ideal opportunity to gain experience in these specific areas.

The role requires elements of personal care and is focused on learning through play and achieving marginal gains that can evolve into sustainable progress. You will work alongside outstanding teaching and support teams in a holistic and positive atmosphere.

Please note that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' and submit your up-to-date CV. Our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.

Job Title: Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Havering

Salary Scale: £90-130 per day

Start Date: September 2025

Contract type: Full-time, Contract