Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

senploy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education staffing agency is seeking a part-time Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to work in Waltham Forest. In this role, you will support children with speech, language, and communication needs. Responsibilities include delivering targeted interventions and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have experience in a related field. This position offers flexibility and a chance to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Part-time flexibility

Support from a dedicated consultant

Long-term stable placement

Qualifications

• Experience in school or clinical settings is essential.
• Knowledge of tools such as Colourful Semantics and Shape Coding is a plus.
• Proactive and compassionate mindset is needed.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with structured interventions for SLCN.
• Create an inclusive environment that aids language development.
• Work closely with professionals to monitor pupil progress.

Skills

Experience supporting children with speech and language needs

Knowledge of narrative therapy

Confident and compassionate approach

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy, Linguistics, Psychology or similar

Job description

Overview

Speech & Language Teaching Assistant | Waltham Forest

Location: Waltham Forest, E17 (commutable from Stratford, Ilford, Leyton, Hackney, Tottenham)

Pay: £105-£115 per day

Contract Type: Ongoing

Working Days: 2 days per week

Start Date: ASAP

A primary school in Waltham Forest is looking for a Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to join their team on a part-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN), particularly across Early Years and KS1.

You'll be working 1:1 and in small groups to deliver targeted interventions, helping pupils with developmental language disorder (DLD), autism, and ADHD to communicate confidently and access the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SLCN through structured, evidence-based interventions
• Use strategies such as Colourful Semantics, Shape Coding, and visual supports
• Work closely with the SENCo and external professionals to monitor progress
• Create a calm, inclusive environment that supports language development
• Keep clear records and contribute to EHCP reviews

Candidate Requirements

• Experience supporting children with speech and language needs in school or clinical settings
• Knowledge of tools such as narrative therapy, Lego Therapy, or phonics
• Confident, compassionate, and proactive approach
• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy, Linguistics, Psychology or similar (ideal but not essential)

Why Join Us?

• Part-time flexibility - ideal for those studying or working alongside training
• Long-term, stable placement with the chance to make a real difference
• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement
• Trusted by educators across London

Interested in making a positive impact on young people’s lives? Apply now with your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures. A valid DBS and two professional references are required.

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