Speech & Language Teaching Assistant - Windsor

Academics Ltd.; Windsor; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is seeking a motivated Speech & Language Teaching Assistant for a role in Windsor. The successful candidate will support children with speech, language, and communication needs, working with teachers, the SEN team and external professionals to implement targeted interventions.

The position is full-time, 8:30am-4:00pm, with a daily rate of £92.59–£95. Salary will reflect qualifications and experience in line with the client's pay policy.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant aiming for careers in SLT, Education, Psychology or SEN.

Responsibilities

• Speech & Language Support: Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Implement Strategies: Support speech and language activities and interventions recommended by teachers, SEN staff, or Speech and Language Therapists.
• Facilitate Learning: Help pupils access the curriculum by adapting activities, modelling language, and using appropriate communication strategies.
• Develop Communication Skills: Encourage pupils to develop their vocabulary, listening, understanding, expressive language, and social communication skills.
• Track Progress: Monitor and record pupils' progress and share observations with the class teacher, SENCO, and relevant professionals.
• Promote Confidence: Create a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages pupils to communicate, participate, and develop independence.
• Collaborate: Work closely with teachers, the SEN team, parents, and external professionals to provide consistent support and implement effective strategies.

Skills

Speech & Language Support

Education

Graduate or Teaching Assistant

Job description

Speech & Language Teaching Assistant – Windsor – Immediate Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with their communication and language development? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the life of a young learner?

A welcoming and inclusive school in Windsor is seeking a Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant who is considering a future career in Speech and Language Therapy, Education, Psychology, Special Educational Needs (SEN), or Social Work and wants to gain valuable hands-on experience supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs.

As a Speech & Language Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with individual pupils and small groups, providing targeted support to help develop their speech, language, communication, and social interaction skills. You will work alongside teachers, the SEN team, and other professionals to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and build confidence in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Speech & Language Support: Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Implement Strategies: Support speech and language activities and interventions recommended by teachers, SEN staff, or Speech and Language Therapists.
• Facilitate Learning: Help pupils access the curriculum by adapting activities, modelling language, and using appropriate communication strategies.
• Develop Communication Skills: Encourage pupils to develop their vocabulary, listening, understanding, expressive language, and social communication skills.
• Track Progress: Monitor and record pupils' progress and share observations with the class teacher, SENCO, and relevant professionals.
• Promote Confidence: Create a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages pupils to communicate, participate, and develop independence.
• Collaborate: Work closely with teachers, the SEN team, parents, and external professionals to provide consistent support and implement effective strategies.

Role Details:

• Position: Speech & Language Teaching Assistant
• Location: Windsor
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: £92.59 - £95 per day
• Hours: Full time, 8:30am - 4:00pm

If you're a motivated and compassionate individual looking to develop your experience supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.