Speech and Language Assistant

Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) Location: Islington Pay: 90 to 100 per day (PAYE) Start date: ASAP Are you a graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong interest in Speech and Language Therapy and SEN support? A specialist SEN school in Islington is seeking a Speech and Language Assistant to support pupils with complex communication needs. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience using Makaton, PECS and British Sign Language (BSL), looking to build long-term experience within a specialist setting. Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) The Role Support pupils with severe and complex communication needs on a 1:1 and small group basis Use Makaton, PECS and BSL daily to support expressive and receptive communication Assist in delivering speech and language interventions set by therapists and SEN professionals Support pupils with ASD, non-verbal communication needs and additional learning needs Work closely with Speech and Language Therapists, SENCOs and specialist teaching staff Encourage communication, engagement and independence across the school day Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) Ideal Candidate A graduate in Linguistics, Psychology, Education or a related field, or an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant Proven experience using Makaton, PECS and/or BSL in an SEN or specialist school setting Clear ambition to progress into Speech and Language Therapy or specialist SEN roles Calm, resilient and confident supporting pupils with complex needs Strong communication skills and a child-centred approach Why apply for this Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) role? Hands-on experience in a specialist SEN environment Direct exposure to therapist-led interventions and multidisciplinary working Long-term, full-time role with competitive PAYE pay Excellent preparation for postgraduate study or professional therapy training 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 (SEN) role, in Islington. 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 (SEN) role. INDHOT TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-15