Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist – School Experience Lewisham

Ribbons & Reeves; Little London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves is seeking an Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist in Lewisham to gain experience with children needing support with speech and language. You will work with pupils individually and in small groups, collaborating with teachers and the SEN team to enhance communication, listening, vocabulary and interaction skills.

The role offers direct experience building expertise relevant to future Speech & Language Therapy applications and a pathway toward professional training.

Qualifications

• Have a degree or relevant academic background in Speech & Language Therapy, Linguistics, Psychology, Education or a related subject.
• Have experience working with children or young people.
• Have a genuine interest in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Be patient, observant and confident working with individual pupils.
• Have excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with speech, language and communication activities.
• Delivering structured one-to-one and small-group activities.
• Helping children develop vocabulary, listening and comprehension skills.
• Supporting pupils who have difficulties expressing themselves or communicating their needs.
• Encouraging positive interaction and participation.
• Reinforcing communication strategies throughout the school day.
• Recording observations and sharing relevant feedback with teaching staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patience

Observation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy or related field

Job description

Ribbons & Reeves is seeking an Aspiring Speech & Language Therapist in Lewisham to gain experience with children needing support with speech and language. You will work with pupils individually and in small groups, collaborating with teachers and the SEN team to enhance communication, listening, vocabulary and interaction skills.

The role offers direct experience building expertise relevant to future Speech & Language Therapy applications and a pathway toward professional training.