KS2 Speech & Language TA: EAL & Intervention Expert

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle Hill Infant and Junior Schools in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support KS2 pupils with EAL and speech, language and communication needs. This permanent post starts September 2026, with 13 hours per week over Wednesdays and Thursdays across 38 weeks per year.

You will assess EAL needs, deliver tailored interventions, and work closely with the intervention team to monitor progress and ensure full access to the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Essential experience in an EAL or Speech & Language support role with KS2 children.

Responsibilities

• EAL assessment and support for pupils; deliver targeted language interventions.
• Speech and language interventions to improve confidence and communication.
• Progress tracking with the intervention team to ensure curriculum access.

Skills

Speech & language support

KS2 experience

Team player

Job description

Castle Hill Infant and Junior Schools in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support KS2 pupils with EAL and speech, language and communication needs. This permanent post starts September 2026, with 13 hours per week over Wednesdays and Thursdays across 38 weeks per year.

You will assess EAL needs, deliver tailored interventions, and work closely with the intervention team to monitor progress and ensure full access to the curriculum.