Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist

Milk Education; Woking; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

September 2026 start in Guildford

Long-term opportunity with potential

Consultant support

Milk Academy CPD

SEND and Speech & Language training

Wellbeing resources

Fast-track registration

Flexible working opportunities across

Job summary

Milk Education is supporting a welcoming SEN school in Woking, Surrey, seeking an Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist to join from September 2026. This role offers 1:1 and small group work with pupils who have SLD and ASD, providing opportunities to develop SLT skills in a school setting.

You will work under qualified Speech & Language Therapists and teachers, gaining valuable experience while pursuing a career in Speech & Language Therapy, with ongoing CPD and support from Milk Academy.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology, Linguistics, Speech Sciences, Education, Childhood Studies or a related subject.
• Passionate about pursuing a career in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Interested in supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Patient, empathetic, resilient, and reliable.
• Confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Strong communicator in a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to commit to a full academic year.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Support pupils with SLD, Autism (ASD), sensory needs, physical disabilities and additional learning needs.
• Deliver communication-focused activities and interventions under guidance of teachers and SLTs.
• Encourage development of pupils’ communication, social interaction, confidence, and independence.
• Support pupils who use AAC and other communication strategies.
• Assist with implementing individual communication and behaviour support plans.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, SENCOs and families to provide consistent support.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress, providing feedback to the wider team.
• Help create a calm, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Psychology, Linguistics, Speech Sciences, Education, Childhood Studies or related

Job description

Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist – Woking, Surey | September 2026 Start

Full-Time | SEN School | Long-Term Opportunity

Milk Education is working with a welcoming and supportive SEN school in Woking, Surrey that is looking for an Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist to join their team from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about speech, language and communication who is hoping to pursue a career in Speech & Language Therapy. You’ll gain invaluable school-based experience supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism, and communication needs, while working alongside experienced teachers and qualified Speech & Language Therapists.

About the Role

As an Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist, you will:

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with speech, language, and communication needs
• Support pupils with SLD, Autism (ASD), sensory needs, physical disabilities, and additional learning needs
• Deliver communication-focused activities and interventions under the guidance of teachers and Speech & Language Therapists
• Encourage the development of pupils’ communication, social interaction, confidence, and independence
• Support pupils who use AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) and other communication strategies
• Assist with implementing individual communication and behaviour support plans
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, SENCOs, and families to provide consistent support
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress, providing feedback to the wider team
• Help create a calm, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A graduate in Psychology, Linguistics, Speech Sciences, Education, Childhood Studies, or a related subject
• Passionate about pursuing a career in Speech & Language Therapy
• Interested in supporting children and young people with SEND
• Patient, empathetic, resilient, and reliable
• Confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Able to commit to a full academic year

Previous experience working with children or young people with additional needs is beneficial but not essential.

Why Choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven, eco-conscious education agency dedicated to making a positive difference in schools and communities.

Benefits include:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• September 2026 start opportunity in Guildford
• Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to CPD and professional development through Milk Academy
• Free SEND and Speech & Language-focused training
• Wellbeing support and school preparation resources
• Fast-track registration and compliance process
• Flexible working opportunities across Surrey

If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience before training as a Speech & Language Therapist, we’d love to hear from you.

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