Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive all-through school in South London is seeking a Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support pupils with communication and learning needs. The role involves delivering one-to-one and group sessions to enhance children's confidence and interpersonal skills. This position offers invaluable experience alongside Speech & Language Therapists, making it an excellent stepping stone for careers in therapy or educational psychology. Full training is provided, and the ideal candidate will be a patient, enthusiastic graduate with a genuine passion for helping children succeed.

Benefits

Valuable CPD

Impact on students' communication and confidence

Hands-on experience with professionals

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children with communication needs.
• Proactive, empathetic and eager to learn from experienced professionals.
• Prior experience with children is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SLCN to develop essential communication and interpersonal skills.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group sessions to help children build confidence.
• Implement tailored interventions alongside Speech & Language Therapists.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work proactively

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

2:1 or higher graduate in Speech & Language Therapy, Psychology, Linguistics, Education or related field

Job description

Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Location: All-through school in South-Central London

Role: Monday-Friday, full-time

Salary: Up to £600 per week

Interviewing: Immediately for an immediate start

Have you recently graduated from a university with a degree in Speech and Language, Linguistics, Psychology or Education?

Are you keen to gain more experience working with children who need SALT to enhance their communication, social and learning skills?

Can you envision yourself making an exceptional impact on SEN students who need more specialist attention in the classroom to achieve their goals?

This progressive all-through school (ages 4-18) is a unique and inclusive learning environment, teaching and guiding students of all abilities. They are looking for a motivated graduate to nurture and progress students with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN) with an immediate start…

The Role – Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils with SLCN to develop essential communication and interpersonal skills. You'll deliver one-to-one and small group sessions, helping children build confidence in conversation and independence.

This role offers valuable, hands-on experience working directly with Speech & Language Therapists and implementing tailored interventions—ideal preparation for aspiring therapists or careers in speech and language pathology.

The school is looking for a patient, enthusiastic graduate with a genuine passion for supporting children with communication needs. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability and a collaborative approach are essential.

What's on Offer

• Full-time role, Monday–Friday, term time only
• Make a real impact on students' communication and confidence
• Work alongside experienced Speech & Language Therapists and gain valuable CPD
• Ideal springboard into speech therapy, educational psychology, or SEN careers

Ideal Candidate – Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

• 2:1 or higher graduate of Speech & Language Therapy, Psychology, Linguistics, Education or related field
• Genuine passion for supporting children with communication needs
• Excellent communication skills with a patient, nurturing approach
• Proactive, empathetic and eager to learn from experienced professionals
• Prior experience with children is beneficial but full training provided

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates considering postgraduate Speech & Language Therapy, teacher training specialising in SLCN, or careers in communication development and SEN.

Apply today for this Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant role supporting children with communication needs in South London.

INDEDU