Speech and Language Support Assistant Peterborough

Justteachers Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Peterborough is seeking a Speech & Language Support Assistant to join a supportive primary school on an ongoing basis. This full-time role is set to commence in September, with shortlisting currently underway.

The school is nurturing and inclusive, focusing on helping pupils with speech, language, and communication needs access learning, build confidence, and reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience with children/young people who have speech, language, and communication needs.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND in an educational setting.
• Understanding of communication support strategies and inclusive practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Two education or school-based references.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in KS1 and KS2 with speech, language, and communication needs one-to-one or in small groups.
• Delivering targeted communication activities and interventions under guidance of teaching staff and specialists.
• Working with teachers, SEND staff, and external professionals to support pupil progress and engagement.

Skills

Speech and language support

SEND in education

Communication strategies

Interpersonal skills

References

Education

School references

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a Speech & Language Support Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Peterboroughon along-termbasis.

Thisfull-timerole is due to commenceSeptember, with shortlisting currently underway.

The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment, with a strong focus on supporting pupils with speech, language, and communication needs to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils in KS1 and KS2 with speech, language, and communication needs on a one‑to‑one or small‑group basis


• Delivering targeted communication activities and interventions under the guidance of teaching staff and specialists


• Working closely with teachers, SEND staff, and external professionals to support pupils’ progress and engagement

Pre-requisites:

• Relevant experience working with children or young people with speech, language, and communication needs


• Experience supporting pupils with SEND within an educational setting


• A good understanding of communication support strategies and inclusive practice


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Two education or school‑based references