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Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant – Richmond – September
Are you an aspiring Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant looking to gain invaluable experience in Richmond before pursuing a career in Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychology or SEND? This Contract role, starting in September, offers £120 per day in a high-performing Church of England secondary school with a thriving sixth form, renowned for its inclusive ethos and excellent student outcomes.
Role Overview
- Position: Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant – Contract role starting September with £120 per day.
- Location: Richmond
About the School
- Join a welcoming school with over 1,000 pupils and a strong reputation for academic success and outstanding pastoral care.
- Benefit from excellent training, experienced SEND staff, modern facilities and opportunities to develop skills relevant to future therapy or education careers.
- Work in a supportive environment where staff wellbeing and professional development are genuinely valued.
- Based in Richmond, with excellent transport links across South West London.
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Responsibilities
As an Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant, you will:
- Provide targeted support for pupils with speech, language and communication needs, both in class and through small-group interventions.
- Collaborate with teachers, the SEND department and external professionals to help pupils achieve positive outcomes.
- Support pupils with additional needs, including those with SEND; around 10% receive SEN Support and approximately 7% have an EHCP.
Requirements
The successful Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant will have:
- A degree in Psychology, Linguistics, Education or a related subject.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND, autism or communication needs is highly desirable.
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Benefits
- Pupils consistently achieve strong outcomes, including an Attainment 8 score of 57 and 78% achieving Grade 5+ in English and Maths.
- This Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant opportunity is ideal for graduates seeking meaningful school-based experience before further study or professional training.
- Take the next step in your career as an Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant in Richmond, making a lasting impact on young people's learning and confidence.
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Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this ‘Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant’ in ‘Richmond’. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this ‘Aspiring Speech and Language Assistant’ role.
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