Speech and Language Teaching Assistant
Altrincham
Full-Time or Part-time | April 2025
£450-£475 per week (PAYE - No Umbrella Company)
Do you have experience supporting students with speech, language, and communication needs? Have you worked with young people with autism or Down's syndrome? If you're passionate about making a real impact in children's lives, we want to hear from you!
New Directions Education is working with a fantastic primary school near Altrincham that is seeking a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs. This role is ideal for a SEND-experienced Teaching Assistant, a specialist children's support worker or a linguistics graduate.
This role is either full-time or part-time (5 afternoons) for the right candidate.
About the Speech and Language Teaching Assistant Role:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with speech and language needs.
* Assist in developing individual education and behaviour plans, setting high expectations for progress.
* Build trusting relationships with students and support their engagement in classroom activities.
* Work closely with teachers and support staff to encourage communication and interaction.
What We're Looking For:
* Understanding of SEND needs, including ASC, Down's Syndrome, and Speech & Language Needs.
* Experience using PECS, Now & Next (advantageous).
* Classroom-based experience in an education or care setting.
* Outgoing, fun, and engaging personality.
* A positive and ambitious attitude to learning and development.
* Experience in the education and training sector
What We Offer:
* A dedicated Account Manager for ongoing support.
* Regular and varied supply work.
* Competitive weekly pay (PAYE - no hidden fees!).
* Potential for long-term teaching roles.
* Full compliance with Agency Workers Regulations (AWR).
* A trusted network across the UK education sector.
* Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
We are fully committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undergo a full enhanced DBS check.
Interested? Contact Tom Faithwaite at New Directions Education for more details.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.