SLCN Specialist Teaching Assistant

Speech & Language Specialist

Location: Croxteth, Liverpool (L12)

Start Date: January 2027

Contract Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Available

Pay Rate: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Role Overview

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Croxteth area of Liverpool is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech & Language Specialist to join their team from January 2027. This rewarding role will involve supporting pupils with a range of speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN), helping them to develop the skills and confidence required to access learning and thrive within the school environment.

Working closely with class teachers, the SENCO, support staff, external agencies, and families, you will deliver targeted interventions and personalised support for children with varying communication profiles, including pupils who are non-verbal, pre-verbal, or have additional SEND needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess pupils' speech, language, and communication needs and contribute to personalised support plans.
• Deliver high-quality 1:1 and small-group intervention sessions tailored to individual targets.
• Support pupils who are non-verbal or pre-verbal using AAC systems, visual communication tools, Makaton, PECS, and sensory-based approaches where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to embed communication strategies throughout the school day and classroom environment.
• Monitor, record, and evaluate pupil progress, adapting interventions to maximise outcomes.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers, and external professionals to ensure a consistent and joined-up approach to support.
• Provide practical advice, resources, and guidance to school staff to enhance communication-friendly teaching practices.
• Support pupils' social communication, emotional regulation, confidence, and independence both in and outside of the classroom.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Speech & Language Therapist, Speech & Language Specialist, or experienced practitioner with relevant speech and language experience.
• Previous experience supporting primary-aged children with speech, language, and communication difficulties.
• Knowledge of SEND, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), developmental language disorder, and complex communication needs.
• Experience using communication support strategies such as PECS, Makaton, visual timetables, or AAC systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.25 - £15.00 per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Flexible working opportunities to accommodate your availability.
• Ongoing access to CPD and professional development through Teaching Personnel.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to work within a nurturing and supportive school community.
• Chance to make a lasting impact on pupils' communication, confidence, and educational progress.

Transport Links & Accessibility

The school benefits from excellent transport links across Liverpool and the surrounding areas:

• Easily accessible via bus routes including 14/14A/14B/14C, 18, 19, and 26.
• Approximately 25-35 minutes from Liverpool City Centre via public transport.
• Convenient road access from the M57, East Lancashire Road, and surrounding areas.
• Regular bus services operate throughout the day, making commuting straightforward for staff travelling from across Liverpool and Knowsley.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs and are looking for a rewarding opportunity from January 2027, we would love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now or contact the recruitment team today to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

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