Graduate Teaching Assistant - Speech & Language
Location: Ilford
Contract: Temp to Perm
Start Date: ASAP / September start available
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Spencer Clarke Group are working in partnership with a secondary school in Ilford to recruit a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) on a temp-to-perm basis.
This role would suit a graduate considering a career in speech and language therapy, educational psychology, or teaching, offering hands-on experience supporting students with additional needs in a school setting.
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support students with communication needs across the school, both in lessons and through targeted interventions.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting students on a 1:1 and small group basis
* Delivering speech and language interventions under guidance
* Assisting students in accessing the curriculum within mainstream lessons
* Working closely with the SEN team and teaching staff
* Tracking progress and providing feedback on student development
About You
We are looking for a graduate who:
* Holds a degree (psychology, education, linguistics or a related field preferred)
* Has an interest in speech and language development or SEND
* Has experience working with children or young people
* Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships
* Is proactive, reliable, and keen to learn
The School
* Supportive and well-structured SEN department
* Focus on inclusion and student progress
* Welcoming team environment
* Opportunity to secure a permanent position
What's on Offer
* Valuable experience for graduates pursuing education or therapy careers
* Temp-to-perm opportunity
* Ongoing support from Spencer Clarke Group
* Competitive daily rate
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today or contact Liam Jones at Spencer Clarke Group for more information.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
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o Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
o You must have legal right to work in the UK
o You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.