SEN Teaching Assistant (SALT)

Waltham Forest; City Of London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive primary school in London is seeking a dedicated Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to join their team in January. The role involves supporting pupils with speech and language needs, delivering targeted interventions, and using phonics knowledge to enhance communication skills. The ideal candidate will be patient, enthusiastic, and a team player. This long-term position offers opportunities for professional development in a welcoming environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and guidance

Collaborative staff team

Long-term opportunity with career progression

Qualifications

• Solid phonics experience with methods like Read Write Inc or similar.
• Experience supporting children with communication needs.
• Calm, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Work with pupils 1:1 on speech and language skills.
• Deliver targeted interventions from Speech and Language Therapist.
• Support vocabulary and comprehension development.

Skills

Phonics experience

Experience with speech and language needs

Team player

Initiative

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (SALT)

Location: Walthamstow, Greater London, UK, E17 4

Contract: Apply4U

Start Date: January

Role: Speech & Language Teaching Assistant - Waltham Forest

Type: Long-Term Role

Are you a passionate, skilled, and proactive Teaching Assistant with strong phonics knowledge and a desire to make a meaningful impact on children's communication and learning? A friendly, supportive primary school in Waltham Forest is searching for an exceptional Speech & Language TA to join their team from January on a full-time, long-term basis.

This vibrant and inclusive school prides itself on nurturing confident, enthusiastic learners. As their new Speech & Language TA, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with speech, language, and communication needs—boosting progress, confidence, and classroom engagement.

Your role will include:

• Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who have speech and language delays.
• Delivering targeted interventions designed by the school's Speech and Language Therapist.
• Using your strong phonics background to reinforce early reading and communication.
• Supporting pupils with vocabulary, comprehension, articulation, and expressive language.
• Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCO, and external specialists.
• Keeping track of pupil progress and contributing to support plans.

What we're looking for:

• A Teaching Assistant with solid phonics experience (Read Write Inc, Jolly Phonics, Little Wandle or similar).
• Experience supporting children with speech, language, or communication needs.
• Someone patient, enthusiastic, calm, and confident.
• A team-player who can take initiative and build positive working relationships.
• A commitment to making learning accessible and enjoyable for every child.

What the school offers:

• A warm, collaborative staff team and excellent SEN support.
• Ongoing training and guidance from experienced professionals.
• A long-term opportunity with potential for future progression.
• A welcoming environment where you can truly make a difference.

If you're ready to inspire, support, and help pupils find their voice, we want to hear from you! Apply today and start your next rewarding chapter this January.