Speech & Language Support Assistant for Inclusive Learning

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Orpington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Trust-wide initiatives

Peer networking

Governors support

PTA engagement

Wellbeing package

Job summary

Coast and Vale Learning Trust’s Crofton Infant School is seeking a dedicated Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive team. You will support pupils with speech and language needs, working closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and Speech & Language Therapists to deliver targeted interventions.

We value patient, proactive colleagues committed to inclusion, with strong communication and teamwork skills, and a passion for helping every child access learning and reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally including speech and language needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive, patient and inclusive approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils’ learning, wellbeing and social development.
• Delivering speech and language interventions and monitoring progress.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and inclusion.
• Assisting with classroom activities, resources and assessments.
• Liaising with staff and parents to support pupil progress.

Skills

Experience with children

Speech & language needs understanding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Inclusion

Patience

Job description

Coast and Vale Learning Trust’s Crofton Infant School is seeking a dedicated Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive team. You will support pupils with speech and language needs, working closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and Speech & Language Therapists to deliver targeted interventions.

We value patient, proactive colleagues committed to inclusion, with strong communication and teamwork skills, and a passion for helping every child access learning and reach their potential.