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SLCN Support Assistant – Support Children with Communication Needs | Luton

Location: Luton
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Job Type: Full-Time, Term-Time (Contract)

Help Children Find Their Voice – Start a Rewarding Career in Education

Are you passionate about supporting children who face challenges with speech, language, or communication? Whether you’re experienced in education, or come from a background in care, youth work, or therapy – this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We are working with welcoming and inclusive schools across Luton who are looking for Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Support Assistants to join their teams. This is your chance to make a lasting difference in a child’s life while developing your career in the world of education and special needs.

Your Role:

• Work closely with children with SLCN on a 1:1 or small group basis

• Help implement personalised strategies and communication plans

• Support teaching staff and speech & language therapists in delivering effective interventions

• Encourage and guide pupils in developing their confidence and communication skills

✅ We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people (in schools, care settings, or similar)

• A genuine passion for helping children overcome communication barriers

• Patience, empathy, and great interpersonal skills

• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Bonus if You Have:

• Experience supporting children with autism, developmental delays, or communication difficulties

• Training in tools like Makaton, PECS, or Attention Autism

• A background in Speech and Language Therapy, SEN support, or child development

What You’ll Get:

• Monday to Friday, term-time only – no evenings or weekends

• Competitive daily rates: £90–£100 per day

• Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available

• A supportive school environment with access to professional development

• Work that’s truly rewarding, every single day

Location & Schedule:

• Based in Luton – easily accessible by public transport or car

• Full-time hours: approx. 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday

If you're ready to support children who need help finding their voice – and want a career that makes a difference – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a passionate and supportive school team in Luton!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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