Job description
Role Name: Speech & Communication Support Assistant
Location: St Leonards
Salary: £88.92 - £95 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Part-Time
Start Date: Immediately
We are seeking a dedicated Speech & Communication Support Assistant to join a school in St Leonards, helping pupils develop essential communication skills and supporting their learning across the curriculum.
About the School
This school prioritises inclusive education and strong SEN provision, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs. Staff work collaboratively to ensure all pupils feel supported, understood, and empowered to achieve their full potential. The school places a strong focus on wellbeing, engagement, and personal growth.
About the Role
The Speech & Communication Support Assistant will work closely with teachers and SEN staff to deliver targeted support for pupils with speech, language, and communication difficulties. You will assist in developing individualised interventions, monitor progress, and provide both in-class and small group support to help pupils communicate effectively and access learning successfully.
Responsibilities
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Support pupils with speech, language, and communication needs both in-class and in small groups
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Assist teachers in implementing individualised learning plans
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Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage positive social interactions
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Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
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Provide personal care where necessary, ensuring comfort and dignity
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Collaborate with SEN and speech and language staff to deliver effective interventions
Qualifications & Skills
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Experience supporting pupils with speech, language, or communication needs
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Knowledge of SEN strategies and classroom support techniques
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Patience, empathy, and flexibility to adapt to individual pupil needs
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ communication development and learning outcomes. 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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
To apply
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and provide a current CV with references. An enhanced DBS certificate is required.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Speech & Communication Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.