Aspiring Speech & Language Support Teaching Assistant
Independent SEN School | Kingston upon Thames
Full-time | Term-time | Agency Opportunity
We are working in partnership with a highly regarded independent SEN school in Kingston upon Thames to recruit an Aspiring Speech & Language Support Teaching Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or aspiring therapist who is passionate about supporting pupils with communication needs and is considering a future career in Speech & Language Therapy,
SEN teaching, or Educational Psychology.
About the School
This specialist independent setting supports children and young people with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), autism spectrum conditions, and associated learning differences. The school offers a nurturing, multidisciplinary environment where education, therapy, and wellbeing are fully integrated.
The Role
As a Speech & Language Support Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with Speech & Language Therapists, SEN teachers, and pastoral staff to support pupils both in and out of the classroom. Your role will be vital in helping pupils develop their communication, interaction, and confidence.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Supporting pupils with identified speech, language, and communication needs
2. Implementing speech and language programmes designed by qualified therapists
3. Providing 1:1 and small group interventions
4. Supporting classroom learning through communication-friendly strategies
5. Promoting social communication, emotional regulation, and independence
6. Monitoring progress and contributing to review meetings and reports
The Ideal Candidate
This role is particularly well suited to candidates who are aspiring Speech & Language Therapists or SEN professionals.
We are keen to hear from candidates who have:
7. A genuine interest in speech, language, and communication needs
8. Experience working with children or young people (education, care, youth work, or voluntary)
9. A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
10. Strong communication and teamwork skills
11. A relevant degree (e.g. Linguistics, Psychology, Childhood Studies, SEN) – desirable but not essential
What’s on Offer
12. Valuable hands-on experience within a therapeutic SEN setting
13. Ongoing agency support and guidance
14. Competitive daily rates
15. Opportunities for long-term and permanent placement
16. Ideal preparation for further training in Speech & Language Therapy or SEN education
Safeguarding
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, referencing, and safeguarding procedures in line with statutory guidance.
If you are passionate about supporting children with communication needs and are looking to take your first step towards a career in speech and language or SEN, we would love to hear from you.