Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £500 to £600 per week |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | SE22 8ET |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HaG-SALT21/01-30266 |
Summary
Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant
Location: All-through school in South-Central London
Role: Monday-Friday, full-time
Salary: Up to £600 per week
Interviewing: Immediately for an immediate start
Have you recently graduated from a university with a degree in Speech and Language, Linguistics, Psychology or Education?
Are you keen to gain more experience working with children who need SALT to enhance their communication, social and learning skills?
Can you envision yourself making an exceptional impact on SEN students who need more specialist attention in the classroom to achieve their goals?
This progressive all-through school (ages 4-18) is a unique and inclusive learning environment, teaching and guiding students of all abilities. They are looking for a motivated graduate to nurture and progress students with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN) with an immediate start…
The Role – Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant
As a Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils with SLCN to develop essential communication and interpersonal skills. You'll deliver one-to-one and small group sessions, helping children build confidence in conversation and independence.
This role offers valuable, hands-on experience working directly with Speech & Language Therapists and implementing tailored interventions—ideal preparation for aspiring therapists or careers in speech and language pathology.
The school is looking for a patient, enthusiastic graduate with a genuine passion for supporting children with communication needs. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability and a collaborative approach are essential.
What's on Offer
• Full-time role, Monday–Friday, term time only
• Make a real impact on students' communication and confidence
• Work alongside experienced Speech & Language Therapists and gain valuable CPD
• Ideal springboard into speech therapy, educational psychology, or SEN careers
Ideal Candidate – Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant
• 2:1 or higher graduate of Speech & Language Therapy, Psychology, Linguistics, Education or related field
• Genuine passion for supporting children with communication needs
• Excellent communication skills with a patient, nurturing approach
• Proactive, empathetic and eager to learn from experienced professionals
• Prior experience with children is beneficial but full training provided
This is an ideal opportunity for graduates considering postgraduate Speech & Language Therapy, teacher training specialising in SLCN, or careers in communication development and SEN.
Apply today for this Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant role supporting children with communication needs in South London.
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