Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Speech & Language Therapy Assistant for a primary school in Havering. The role involves supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2 in developing communication skills. Ideal candidates will have experience with children with communication needs. This full-time position offers immediate start opportunities with a flexible environment aimed at making a significant difference to pupil's confidence.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with communication needs (school, SALT or care background).
• Excellent spoken English, clarity, and enthusiasm for language development.
• Organised, proactive and a natural relationship-builder.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children in developing speech clarity, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.
• Delivering small-group and 1:1 interventions following therapist-led programmes.
• Recording progress data and assisting teachers to embed strategies in everyday learning.
• Promoting confidence and self-expression through play, storytelling, and interaction.

Skills

Experience working with children with communication needs

Excellent spoken English

Organised and proactive

Natural relationship-builder

Job description

Overview

Speech & Language Therapy Assistant – Primary – Havering. From £90/day | Primary | Havering | Immediate Start | Full-Time | Long-Term. Axcis are working with a welcoming primary school in Havering seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to support pupils across KS1 and KS2. The school places a strong emphasis on communication and inclusion, working closely with external therapists to deliver personalised programmes for children with speech and language needs. The school is a short walk from the nearest station and offers free on-site parking.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children in developing speech clarity, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.
• Delivering small-group and 1:1 interventions following therapist-led programmes.
• Recording progress data and assisting teachers to embed strategies in everyday learning.
• Promoting confidence and self-expression through play, storytelling, and interaction.

What we’re looking for / Qualifications

• Experience working with children with communication needs (school, SALT or care background).
• Excellent spoken English, clarity, and enthusiasm for language development.
• Organised, proactive and a natural relationship-builder.

Additional information

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible difference to pupils’ communication and confidence within a supportive, forward-thinking primary school. Apply today for an immediate start.

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

For more details, contact your local Axcis office. This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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