Speech and Language Specialist – Mainstream Primary Location: Bispham FY2 Start Date: 13th April 2026 (after the Easter break) Contract: Full‑time, ongoing Agency: Teaching Personnel Teaching Personnel are seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech and Language Specialist to join a welcoming and supportive mainstream primary school in the Bispham area. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children’s communication skills and overall learning experience. About the Role The successful candidate will: Work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 to support pupils with a range of speech, language, and communication needs. Deliver targeted interventions and create personalised support plans. Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals. Track and report on pupil progress. Provide strategies and training to staff to embed high‑quality communication support across school. What We’re Looking For Experience supporting children with speech and language needs (school, clinical, or therapy setting). Knowledge of common communication difficulties and intervention approaches. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach. Relevant qualifications or training (SALT degree, Level 3 TA with SLCN training, ELKLAN etc. desirable). What the School Offers A friendly, inclusive environment with strong pastoral values. Supportive staff team and leadership. Opportunities for professional development. A chance to make a genuine impact on children’s learning and development. Why Join Teaching Personnel? Competitive daily rates, paid weekly. Access to CPD courses including SLCN, Autism awareness, and behaviour training. A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement. Flexible opportunities to suit your experience and career goals. 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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.