Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in West Drayton is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to support children with autism. This role involves delivering tailored communication interventions and collaborating with a therapy team. The ideal candidate has experience in special educational needs and is eager to create a positive impact in a nurturing environment. This full-time position offers a salary of £120–£160 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism in a therapeutic setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a therapy team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Speech and Language Therapy programmes designed by the therapist.
• Support children in classrooms to access communication and learning opportunities.

Skills

Experience in special educational needs (SEN)

Understanding of communication strategies

Job description

Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Location: West Drayton

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: £120 - £160 per day

Start Date: ASAP

About the School

An independent specialist school for children aged 5-11 with Autism is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) Assistant to join its growing team. The school recently achieved an Outstanding rating from Ofsted (July 2025) and is embarking on an exciting journey of expansion, with plans to grow into a multi-site provision. You'll be joining a collaborative therapy team that includes a Speech and Language Therapist and an Occupational Therapist.

The Role

As a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting the delivery of communication-focused interventions for autistic children. Working under the guidance of a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, you'll help implement individualised therapy programmes, support classroom communication strategies, and contribute to the development of pupils' speech, language, and social interaction skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in special educational needs (SEN) who wants to make a measurable impact in a setting that values innovation, empathy, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Speech and Language Therapy programmes designed by the therapist.
• Support children in classrooms to access communication and learning opportuniti...