Job description
Speech and Language Teaching Assistant (SLCN)
Location: Swanland
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full Time / Part Time
Start Date: Immediate or September 2026
GSL Education are seeking a specialist Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support pupils with communication needs in Swanland.
About the School
This supportive setting works closely with external professionals to help pupils develop speech, language and communication skills through structured interventions and personalised learning support.
Responsibilities
* Support pupils with speech and language difficulties
* Assist with communication-based interventions
* Encourage interaction and classroom engagement
* Work alongside teaching staff and therapists
* Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
Requirements
* Experience supporting pupils with SLCN preferred
* Knowledge of communication strategies desirable
* Patient and supportive approach
* Strong teamwork and communication skills
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.