Speech and Language Therapy Teaching Assistant

Speech and Language Therapy Teaching Assistant

East London (All Boroughs)

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Permanent, Long-Term and Temporary Roles - September 2026 Starts Available

Are you passionate about supporting children with speech, language and communication needs? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in schools across East London?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a wide range of mainstream schools, specialist provisions, SEN schools and alternative settings across Tower Hamlets, Newham, Barking & Dagenham, Redbridge, Waltham Forest, Hackney, Havering and surrounding boroughs. We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapy Teaching Assistants to support pupils in developing their communication skills, confidence and independence.

The Role

As a Speech and Language Therapy Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with speech, language and communication needs on a one-to-one and small-group basis.
• Deliver targeted communication interventions under the guidance of Speech and Language Therapists, SENCOs and teaching staff.
• Assist pupils in working towards their EHCP targets and individual learning goals.
• Use visual aids, communication systems and specialist resources to support learning and engagement.
• Encourage social interaction, language development and confidence within the classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and support staff.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Competitive Pay

We offer competitive rates of pay reflective of your experience and responsibilities.

Exclusive Trauma-Informed Thrive Training

Gain access to our Thrive Approach: Introductory Skills & Strategies training, designed to equip education professionals with practical, relationship-based strategies that support pupils with SEND and additional needs. Thrive-trained staff are better equipped to understand behaviour, promote emotional wellbeing and create positive outcomes for children.

Access to a Wide Range of Schools

Work across East London's diverse educational settings, including:

• Mainstream Primary Schools
• Mainstream Secondary Schools
• Specialist SEND Schools
• Resource Bases and ARPs
• SEMH Provisions

Flexible Working Opportunities

Choose from permanent, long-term, part-time or full-time roles to suit your availability and career goals.

Ongoing Professional Development

Access free CPD courses, safeguarding training and specialist SEND development opportunities throughout your career.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational, care, youth work or support setting.
• An interest in speech and language development, SEND, psychology or therapy-based support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, empathetic and proactive approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Relevant qualifications in Education, Psychology, Health & Social Care, Linguistics or a related field are advantageous but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Ideal For

This role would particularly suit:

• Graduates in Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Linguistics or Education.
• Experienced Teaching Assistants looking to specialise in SEND support.
• Aspiring Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists or SEN Teachers.
• Support workers with experience working with children with additional needs.

Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and help make a lasting difference to children and young people across East London.

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 in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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