Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Are you a dedicated graduate from a top British university with a passion for child development, communication, and inclusive education?

Do you find yourself drawn to supporting children who need extra help finding their voice?

Are you considering a future career in Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychology, SEN teaching, or a similar pathway?

If so, this Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant role in North West London offers an exceptional stepping stone.

You’ll be joining a warm, ambitious, and highly supportive primary setting celebrated for its commitment to inclusion and early intervention.

The school is known for its nurturing ethos, structured SEN provision, and excellent pastoral care.

With purpose-built breakout rooms, calm learning hubs, and a leadership team passionate about developing graduates into confident specialists, this is an environment where you can genuinely make a life-changing impact.

Key Details:

• Salary: £25,000 per annum OR minimum £100 per day
• Temporary long-term or fixed-term contract until July
• Clear route to teacher training or further SEN pathways from September
• Full-time, Monday–Friday, term-time only
• Located in North West London with excellent transport links (Tube, Overground, bus routes)

As a Graduate Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, your role will centre around supporting pupils with speech, language, and communication needs—many of whom have EHCPs detailing specific developmental targets.

Working closely with the school’s experienced SENCo, you will help implement tailored support plans, deliver structured interventions, and monitor progress across key areas such as expressive language, receptive language, articulation, phonological awareness, confidence-building, and social communication.

Daily responsibilities may include:

• Running small-group language interventions
• Providing one-to-one support aligned with EHCP targets
• Modelling clear, supportive communication strategies
• Helping pupils participate confidently in class
• Using visuals, signalong/gesture systems, and communication tools
• Supporting regulation and positive behaviour through structured routines
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SEN team, and pastoral staff

A standout feature of this role is the opportunity to work alongside the school’s Speech and Language Therapist, gaining invaluable exposure to assessment techniques, therapy approaches, and specialist resources.

This hands-on experience is ideal for graduates considering further study or careers in SaLT, SEN, psychology, or therapeutic work with children.

With the school’s strong commitment to professional development, you will be guided, supported, and encouraged to grow throughout the year.

If you’re empathetic, patient, and passionate about helping children communicate with confidence—we want to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a tailored Cover Letter directly to Ryan at KPI Education.

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