Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Essex; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 1 pupil with speech, language and communication needs in a Brentwood primary school. Start date January 2027.

This is a full-time, long-term role with a daily rate of 95-110 per day, depending on experience. You will provide individualised learning and communication support, assist with speech and language activities, adapt tasks to meet the pupil’s needs, and help build confidence, independence and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in primary settings (school, nursery or SEN).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, encouraging and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Providing individualised learning and communication support.
• Supporting speech and language activities under the guidance of school staff and relevant specialists.
• Adapting classroom tasks to meet the pupil's communication needs.
• Encouraging participation in lessons and social activities.
• Supporting the development of confidence, independence and friendships.
• Sharing observations and progress with the class teacher.

Skills

Communication skills

Speech language support

Patient and adaptable

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Speech and Language Support - Brentwood

Location: Brentwood
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Salary: 95- 110 per day, depending on experience

Help a child find their voice and thrive in the classroom!

Are you a Teaching Assistant with an interest in speech, language and communication development?

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 1 pupil with speech, language and communication needs in a primary school in Brentwood.

Starting in January 2027, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong relationships with pupils and finding creative ways to make learning accessible.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing individualised learning and communication support.
• Supporting speech and language activities under the guidance of school staff and relevant specialists.
• Adapting classroom tasks to meet the pupil's communication needs.
• Encouraging participation in lessons and social activities.
• Supporting the development of confidence, independence and friendships.
• Sharing observations and progress with the class teacher.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience supporting children in a primary school, nursery or SEN setting.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, encouraging and adaptable.
• Have an interest in speech and language development.
• Understand the importance of creating an inclusive learning environment.

Knowledge of communication tools such as Makaton or visual supports would be advantageous but is not essential.