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Speech and Language Support Assistant – SEND School Setting

  • SectorSEND
  • LocationBirmingham
  • Contract TypeSEND
  • Salary£80-180 / daily
  • Date Posted9 July 2025
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Job Description

  • Learning Support Practitioner
  • Non Teaching Staff
  • SEND teaching assistant
  • Birmingham
  • August 22, 2025

📍 Location: North Birmingham
📅 Start Date: September 2025

Are you passionate about helping children find their voice?
Do you have experience or training in speech, language, or communication needs (SLCN)?

We’re working closely with a nurturing and inclusive SEND school that caters for pupils with a range of communication barriers, including ASD, developmental delays, and speech difficulties. They are seeking a Speech and Language Support Assistant to join their team this September.

🧠 The Role:

  • Support individual pupils and small groups with speech, language and communication interventions
  • Work under guidance of the school’s on-site or visiting Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT)
  • Implement bespoke communication strategies (e.g. PECS, Makaton, visuals)
  • Track progress and liaise with teaching staff and external professionals
  • Support classroom inclusion, emotional wellbeing, and pupil confidence

Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience in a similar role or strong interest in SaLT/SLCN support
  • Knowledge of communication tools such as Makaton, PECs, or Attention Autism is highly desirable
  • Patient, empathetic and resilient – able to work with non-verbal or distressed pupils
  • Team player with excellent communication skills
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. Speech Therapy Assistant Cert, Psychology degree, TA Level 3) are a bonus

Why Apply?

  • Be part of a dedicated and skilled SEND support team
  • Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
  • Meaningful work making a visible difference in children’s lives
  • Potential for long-term or permanent placement

📩 Interested?
Send your CV or contact us today to find out more. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to specialise in speech and language support within a SEND setting

 

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