Aspiring Speech & Language TA for SEN School

Pertemps Education Network; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network is seeking a Graduate Aspiring Speech and Language Teaching Assistant in Kingston upon Thames, South West London. This role supports SLT-led interventions in a specialist SEN setting, with close collaboration with therapists and teaching staff.

The position offers term-time long-term continuity, a full-time schedule, and a daily pay rate of £108.35. Start date is ASAP with flexible options; suitable for graduates pursuing Speech and Language Therapy or related fields.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Sciences, Linguistics, Psychology, Education or related field (or currently studying).
• Strong interest in speech and language development and SEN support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, proactive and emotionally resilient.
• Experience with children/young people desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions to support speech, language and communication development.
• Work alongside Speech and Language Therapists to implement targeted programmes and strategies.
• Support pupils with communication needs using visual supports, Makaton, PECS or AAC tools.
• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons to meet EHCP targets and individual learning needs.
• Promote the development of expressive and receptive language skills in and out of the classroom.
• Support pupils' social interaction, emotional regulation and confidence.
• Monitor, record and report on pupil progress and engagement.
• Maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Emotional resilience

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Speech Sciences degree

Linguistics degree

Psychology degree

Education degree

Current student

Tools

Makaton

PECS

AAC

Job description

Pertemps Education Network is seeking a Graduate Aspiring Speech and Language Teaching Assistant in Kingston upon Thames, South West London. This role supports SLT-led interventions in a specialist SEN setting, with close collaboration with therapists and teaching staff.

The position offers term-time long-term continuity, a full-time schedule, and a daily pay rate of £108.35. Start date is ASAP with flexible options; suitable for graduates pursuing Speech and Language Therapy or related fields.