Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Leeds; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI RECRUITING LTD is seeking a Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11–16 across Leeds' mainstream secondary schools and specialist SEND provisions. You will work closely with SENCOs, teachers and external professionals to reinforce speech, language and social communication skills.

This full-time, long-term post starts in October 2026 and follows term-time only patterns, with comprehensive training, mentoring and ongoing support to prepare for careers in

Qualifications

• A degree in Speech and Language Therapy, Psychology, Education, Linguistics, Childhood Studies, or a related subject.
• Graduates awaiting final results welcome to apply.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people's development and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Small-group communication sessions with students.
• Development of speech, language, and social communication skills.
• Implementation of EHCP targets and personalised support plans.
• Monitoring progress and contributing to student reviews.
• Promoting confidence, independence, and inclusion throughout the school day.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy and patience

SEND support

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy, Psychology, Education, Linguistics, Childhood Studies, or related subject

Job description

Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Leeds Secondary & Specialist Schools | Full-Time | Long-Term | October 2026 Start | Up to £560 Per Week

Are You Passionate About Supporting Communication and Learning?

Are you a graduate passionate about helping young people develop confidence in communication, language, and learning?

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to students' lives, this

Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant role offers invaluable experience across both mainstream secondary schools and specialist SEND provisions in Leeds.

The Role

We are recruiting Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistants to support students aged 11-16 with a range of Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), both in mainstream secondary settings and specialist schools.

Working closely with SENCOs, teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external professionals, you will support students through:

• Small-group communication sessions
• Development of speech, language, and social communication skills
• Implementation of EHCP targets and personalised support plans
• Monitoring progress and contributing to student reviews
• Promoting confidence, independence, and inclusion throughout the school day

In specialist settings, you may also support students with:

This provides valuable experience working within multidisciplinary teams and alongside specialist professionals.

What's on Offer?

October 2026 start

• Monday to Friday, term-time only
• Opportunities available in both mainstream secondary and specialist SEND schools
• Comprehensive training, mentoring, and ongoing support
• Excellent preparation for careers in:
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

Who We're Looking For

• A degree in Speech and Language Therapy, Psychology, Education, Linguistics, Childhood Studies, or a related subject
• Graduates awaiting final results are welcome to apply
• A genuine passion for supporting young people's development and wellbeing