Overview
Help children find their voice as a Speech & Language Teaching Assistant in Salford!
Step Teachers are working with a wonderful special needs school in Salford, and they’re on the lookout for a caring, enthusiastic Speech & Language Teaching Assistant to join their team.
The Basics
* Speech & Language Teaching Assistant supporting pupils across the school with speech, language & communication needs.
* Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:15–3:15pm.
* Start: ASAP.
* Pay: £90–100/day (DOE), paid PAYE (no umbrella).
* Future: Potential permanent role.
Why You’ll Love It Here
* Support from a consultant with 10 years’ experience.
* DBS refunded after 20 days.
* Equal Pay to permanent staff after 13 weeks in a role.
* Step Perks like staff discounts, free CPD & Refer-a-Friend bonus.
* Build SEN & communication skills while making a real impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Support pupils across the school to develop speech, language & social interaction.
* Use strategies like PECS, Makaton, social stories and visual supports.
* Provide both 1:1 and small group sessions.
* Encourage communication through play, positive reinforcement & creativity.
* Work closely with teachers, SENCO, speech therapists & families.
* Celebrate every achievement and track progress with pride.
About the School
* Special school for ages 9–19 with a wide range of needs.
* Rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
* Small classes, excellent resources & a welcoming, supportive team.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience supporting children/young people, ideally with SEN or communication needs.
* Knowledge of PECS, Makaton or similar tools is a big plus.
* DBS (or willing to apply), right to work in the UK & 2 years of references.
* Someone reliable, patient & passionate about helping pupils communicate and thrive.
Sound like you? Call Graham Warner at Step Teachers (Manchester), or click APPLY now – we’d love to hear from you!
Why Step Teachers?
Step Teachers is a teacher recruitment agency serving multiple regions. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.
Step Teachers is an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier and adheres to REC standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.
Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to exclusive deals and a pay portal offering well-being services.
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