Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist

Academics; Westbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A special needs school in Westbury is seeking a Graduate Learning Support Assistant to support children with additional learning needs. This role is ideal for an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist looking to gain practical experience. You'll work closely with a small class, helping develop students' independence and communication skills. A degree in Psychology or a related field is preferred. Competitive pay of £85 to £95 per day and a full-time position from Monday to Friday, starting ASAP.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates looking to gain experience in special needs education.
• Passion for supporting children's communication and learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs such as autism and SLCN.
• Facilitate the development of students' social skills and independence.
• Learn specialized communication methods.
• Liaise with teachers and therapists for student support.

Skills

Supportive attitude

Communication skills

Experience with children

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, English or Linguistics

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Have you considered a future in Speech and Language Therapy?
Are you interested in communication and language acquisition?
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain experience supporting children with additional learning needs?

If so, then this opportunity is for you!

An inclusive and friendly Special Needs School are looking for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join them full-time. As an LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and associated challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to gain experience supporting children to overcome communication barriers.

You will work closely with a small class of 8 students, liaising with the class teacher, therapists and support staff to help all students flourish. You will play an instrumental role in developing the independence, social skills and communication of students, as well as their physical and creative developmental. You will ensure all pupils are supported emotionally, and help them navigate their own feelings and emotions. You will also help encourage different ways to communicate, and learn specialist communication methods, such as Makaton, PECS, AAC and TEACHH.

As a Graduate, this LSA role will provide you with the experience and understanding required to become a Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Educational Psychologist in the future. You will gain an insight into the approach used by multi-therapy teams, and how to increase language acquisition in children.

The school are looking for a bubbly and friendly Graduate with a passion for supporting others, and a positive attitude. A degree in Psychology, Criminology, English or Linguistics would be beneficial.

* Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist
* Learning Support Assistant
* Calne
* £85 to £95 per day
* Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 15:30
* ASAP Start
* Graduate Opportunity!

Are you an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist? If yes, apply now!

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