Speech & Language Therapy Assistant — Flexible School Support

Nottingham City Council, Leicestershire County Council, East Midlands Group; Barwell; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to support primary and secondary pupils with speech, language and communication needs. You will work under supervision to deliver targeted interventions, support assessments, and implement personalised programmes across Oakfield Short Stay School and Oakfield North.

The role emphasises collaboration with families, staff and other professionals in a multidisciplinary team to promote communication skills, attention

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or Speech & Language related degree.
• Experience supporting children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Experience delivering interventions under supervision of a qualified professional.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and staff.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills and accurate record-keeping.
• Competence in using Microsoft Office and digital recording systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted interventions and support assessment activities.
• Implement personalised programmes to meet pupil needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote holistic approaches.
• Create communication-friendly environments and model effective strategies.
• Provide practical support to education staff to embed communication approaches.

Skills

SLCN experience

Interventions delivery

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Office software

Record-keeping

Education

Level 3 TA or SLT degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital recording systems

Social media platforms

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to support primary and secondary pupils with speech, language and communication needs. You will work under supervision to deliver targeted interventions, support assessments, and implement personalised programmes across Oakfield Short Stay School and Oakfield North.

The role emphasises collaboration with families, staff and other professionals in a multidisciplinary team to promote communication skills, attention