Speech & Language Therapy Teaching Assistant in Tower Hamlets

Location: Tower Hamlets

Contract Type: Permanent | Term-Time Only

Working Pattern: Full-Time | 35 hours/week (8:45am-3:30pm, with one evening to 5pm and one to 4pm)

Salary: NJC Scale 4 Points 7-10 (£26,773 - £27,947 Actual Salary)

Start Date: November 2025

About the Role

This Primary School is looking for a passionate and proactive Speech & Language Therapy Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding school in Tower Hamlets. Supporting pupils aged 3-19, you will work as part of a skilled class team to implement speech and language programmes and contribute to pupils' communication development. This is a full-time, term-time permanent role ideal for those with a background in SEN or an interest in therapeutic education.

Key Responsibilities

*Plan and run small-group and 1:1 communication activities under SLT and teacher guidance
*Develop visual resources and communication aids for classroom and therapy sessions
*Prepare transition packs with timetables, motivators, and pupil-specific tools
*Maintain clear pupil records and monitor progress of interventions
*Model best practice for colleagues and support team development
*Assist with training delivery and wider classroom support responsibilities

What We're Looking For

*Experience or strong interest in Speech & Language Therapy or SEN education
*Ability to prepare structured resources to support communication development
*Confident working under guidance from SaLT and senior teaching staff
*Excellent organisation, communication and collaboration skills
*Commitment to pupil wellbeing and educational inclusion

What the School Offers

*Extensive in-house and external training opportunities
*Pathways for further qualifications in Language & Communication
*Support and supervision from the school's Speech & Language Therapy Department
*A caring, creative and high-performing school community
*Opportunities to grow and contribute to a nationally recognised setting

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If you're a caring, motivated individual looking to play a meaningful role in pupil development, this school offers the ideal environment to thrive.

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