Speech and Language Assistant

Job description

Speech and Language Assistant | Barking and Dagenham

Are you a confident graduate with aspirations to work as a Speech and Language Assistant? If so, we are looking for Speech and Language Assistants, to support children with severe SEN and SEMH needs, who are often non-verbal and need help with communication.

Why choose this Speech and Language Assistant role?

• Salary £22,770 pro-rata to term-time only
• Local authority school with a brand-new SEN provision
• Gain experience in a school setting as a Speech and Language Assistant!
• Work with children who are non-verbal and have difficulty with communication
• Work alongside qualified SEN professionals including SALT Therapists

Looking for a Speech and Language Assistant who

• Obtained a First-Class degree in Linguistics or Modern Languages from a Top 20 University
• Has previous experience and a passion for working with children
• Aims to become a Speech and Language Therapist
• Has excellent communication skills, patience and an understanding of language

A fantastic opportunity for a Speech and Language Assistant looking for a role in education, gaining experience working in a school setting, learning the challenges and rewards of working with children with difficulties in learning and speech.


If you have the necessary skills to become a Speech and Language Assistant, please click Apply to this role and attach your CV or covering letter. Alternatively, for more information dont hesitate to contact Antonia Saunders at Ribbons and Reeves.


Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Speech and Language Assistant in Barking and Dagenham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Speech and Language Assistant role.


Speech and Language Assistant | Barking and Dagenham | INDSUP

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Barking

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £90.00 and £100.00 Per Hour

Published at

27-06-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English