Speech and Language Support Assistant

Speech and Language Support Assistant – Bradford

Are you passionate about supporting young people with their communication and language development? This could be the ideal opportunity for you!

This is a full-time, long-term position starting in November 2026, covering a long-term staff absence, with an ongoing commitment required.

We are seeking a caring, proactive, and dedicated individual to support pupils with speech, language, and communication needs, helping them to access learning and reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff, the school’s inclusion team, and relevant specialists to support pupils who may experience difficulties with speech, language comprehension, expressive communication, and social interaction.

The role will involve providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support, helping to implement speech and language strategies, and adapting communication approaches to meet individual pupils’ needs. You will play an important part in creating an inclusive learning environment where pupils feel supported, understood, and confident in their ability to communicate.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with children or young people in an educational or support setting, ideally with an understanding of speech, language, and communication needs. You will need to be patient, adaptable, and confident in building positive relationships with pupils who may require additional support to engage with their learning.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN), or a strong interest in developing expertise in this area.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt communication methods to suit individual pupils.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach, recognising that every pupil develops and communicates differently.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs, SEND, or barriers to learning.
• The ability to follow guidance from speech and language therapists, teachers, and other professionals to implement appropriate support strategies.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to encourage positive engagement in lessons and interventions.
• A proactive and flexible attitude, with the ability to respond calmly to different situations and changing pupil needs.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently when required, while contributing effectively to a wider team.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, confidentiality, and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils.
• A genuine passion for helping young people develop their communication skills, independence, confidence, and access to education.

Previous experience as a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or in a similar support role would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a meaningful difference to young people’s educational experiences and communication development within a supportive secondary school environment.

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a comparable permanent employee, where applicable.
• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

How to apply

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below or get in touch with us directly to find out more.

If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have not been successful in this role. We receive a high volume of applications, so please don’t be disheartened. You are still welcome to apply for our other vacancies that may be suited to your experience and skills.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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We look forward to hearing from you!