Teaching Assistant - Speech and Language Support

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant for speech and language support, starting September 2025 in Burnley. This full-time role involves working with pupils needing additional communication help, fostering a supportive learning environment, with opportunities for training and professional development.

Benefits

Training and professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Warm, inclusive school environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SLCN preferred but not essential.
• Relevant qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with speech and language needs in one-on-one or small groups.
• Implement speech and language programs under guidance.
• Monitor and record pupil progress.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm approach

Patient approach

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

SALT training

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Speech and Language Support (September Start)
Location: Burnley
Contract: Full-time / Term-time only
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £13.75 - £15 per hour

Are you passionate about supporting children's communication and language development?
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young learners?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team from September 2025. This role focuses on working with pupils who have speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN), helping them to thrive both socially and academically.

• Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who require additional support with speech and language.

• Implement speech and language programmes under the guidance of the SENCo and external therapists.

• Support classroom teachers by adapting learning tasks to meet pupils' communication needs.

• Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to EHCP reviews and support plans.

• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment where all children feel valued.

• Experience working with children with SLCN or in a SEN/TA role (preferred but not essential).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach.

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, external specialists, and families.

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA qualification, SALT training) are desirable.

• A warm, welcoming, and inclusive school environment.

• Opportunities for training and professional development.

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.

• The chance to have a meaningful impact on children's development.

Closing Date for Applications:4th July

Apply today and we will get in touch with further details!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers