Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Speech and Language Teaching Assistant – Brixton Primary School – September 
Pertemps Education is working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive primary school in Brixton to recruit a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant for a September 2025 start. 
This is a part-time role (3 days per week), ideal for a candidate with a passion for language development, phonics, and supporting pupils with EAL. The role offers a unique opportunity to work 1 day per week alongside Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) specialists, with 2 additional days delivering targeted interventions to pupils across Early Years and Key Stage 1. 
 
Location: Brixton
Start Date: September 2025 
Contract: Part-Time (3 Days), Term-Time Only 
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) 
 
About the Role: 

• Work closely with Speech and Language specialists one day a week to develop and plan interventions 

• Deliver targeted speech, language, and communication interventions to identified pupils on the remaining two days 

• Use structured phonics programmes and language development strategies to support progress 

• Support pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL) in developing vocabulary, comprehension, and communication confidence 

• Record and monitor pupil progress and report back to the SENCO and SaLT team 

• Promote an inclusive and language-rich classroom environment 

 
The Ideal Candidate Will: 

• Have previous experience supporting pupils with speech and language needs or EAL in a primary school setting 

• Have a strong working knowledge of phonics teaching strategies (e.g. Read Write Inc., Letters and Sounds) 

• Be confident delivering small group and 1:1 interventions 

• Be proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic about supporting language development 

• Work well both independently and collaboratively with professionals and school staff 

• Be a clear communicator with excellent organisational skills 

 
Why Join This School? 

• Inclusive and nurturing school community in Brixton

• Strong commitment to early intervention and pupil support 

• Collaborative team including experienced SEN and speech and language professionals 

• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities available 

• A fulfilling opportunity to make a real impact on pupils’ communication and academic success 

 
To Apply: 
Please follow the instructions in this advert. 
 
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have not been successful for this role. 
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Pertemps is an equal opportunities employer, and we look forward to supporting your next step in education.