Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

senploy; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Rochdale is looking for a dedicated Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support children with hearing impairments in a primary school setting. The ideal candidate will provide personalized speech and language assistance, develop communication plans, and foster an inclusive environment. Experience in this field is required, as well as a proactive approach to meet varied individual needs. This role offers competitive pay of £85-£100 and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Free access to CPD and safeguarding training

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

Weekly pay

Long-term opportunities in SEN education

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Confidence working with pupils with hearing impairments or willing to undertake training.
• Proactive, patient, and able to adapt support to meet individual needs.
• Good understanding of language development and communication strategies.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group speech and language support to pupils.
• Assisting with implementing personalised communication plans and therapy programmes.
• Supporting pupils with speech production and vocabulary development.
• Using visual aids and structured communication strategies.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress.
• Collaborating with teachers to create an inclusive environment.
• Preparing resources and maintaining an organised learning space.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and families.

Skills

Experience supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs

Confidence working with pupils with hearing impairments

Proactive and patient

Good understanding of language development and communication strategies

Job description

Speech and Language Teaching Assistant - Hearing Impaired Unit (Primary School in Rochdale)

Start Date: January 2026

Pay: £85-£100

Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 08:30 - 15:30

Contract: January 2026 until the end of the academic year

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a welcoming and well-resourced Hearing Impaired Unit in a primary school in Rochdale. This role is ideal for someone with experience or training in speech and language support who is passionate about helping children with hearing impairments develop their communication skills and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group speech and language support to pupils with hearing impairments
• Assisting with implementing personalised communication plans and therapy programmes
• Supporting pupils with speech production, expressive and receptive language, vocabulary development, and social communication
• Using visual aids, signing systems (BSL/Makaton), and structured communication strategies where appropriate
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress in line with therapy goals
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to create an inclusive communication-rich environment
• Helping to prepare resources and maintain an organised, supportive learning space
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and their families

Qualifications

• Have experience supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs
• Be confident working with pupils with hearing impairments or be willing to undertake training
• Be proactive, patient, and able to adapt support to meet individual needs
• Have a good understanding of language development and communication strategies
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience working in a Hearing Impaired Unit or specialist SEND provision
• Knowledge of BSL or Makaton
• Experience delivering targeted interventions such as speech sound work, vocabulary development, or interaction groups
• Relevant speech and language support training (ELKLAN)

What Educato Limited Offers

• Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Weekly pay and long-term opportunities in SEN education

Safeguarding Statement

This position is subject to a Child Enhanced DBS, satisfactory references, and full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024) and safer recruitment practices. Overseas police checks may be required for candidates with time spent abroad. Educato Limited is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable young people. We act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.