Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Teaching Assistant

SLCN Teaching Assistant (Temp to Perm) | Leeds | Immediate Start

Location: Leeds

Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only - Temp to Perm

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Age Group: 4-18 years

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £92 - £95 (depending on experience)

NextGen Teachers are excited to be recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Leeds. This is a full-time, term-time, temp-to-perm opportunity, supporting pupils aged 4-18 with a range of complex SEN, with a strong focus on developing speech, language, and communication skills.

This is a truly rewarding role where you will play a vital part in helping pupils find their voice, build confidence, and access learning in a way that works for them. You'll be working in a supportive, nurturing environment alongside experienced staff who are passionate about making a real difference every day.

Whether you have experience in education, care, or support work, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and secure a permanent position within a welcoming and specialist setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality support to pupils with complex SEN needs, with a focus on developing speech, language, and communication skills alongside personal care where required
• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group support to help pupils access learning, develop communication, and achieve individual targets
• Assist pupils with daily routines and activities, supporting independence while ensuring dignity, safety, and well-being
• Promote emotional well-being by building positive relationships, supporting social interaction, behaviour regulation, and confidence in communication
• Work collaboratively with teachers, speech and language therapists, and SEN staff to implement individual SLCN support plans effectively
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that encourages engagement, participation, and communication development

What we're looking for:

• Experience or a strong willingness to provide high-quality personal care to pupils with complex SEN needs, including severe learning difficulties, medical needs, physical disabilities, and autism
• Ability to deliver tailored 1:1 support and assist small groups, with a focus on individual care, communication, and development
• Confidence in supporting daily routines such as personal care, mobility, feeding, and medical needs, while maintaining dignity and respect
• A caring and patient approach to promoting emotional well-being, supporting behaviour, and building positive, trusting relationships
  
  
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, and SEN staff
• Commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment that supports pupils' well-being, comfort, and engagement

Why Apply for This SEN Teaching Assistant Role?

• Competitive daily pay (£92-£95)
• Full-time, consistent working hours
• Opportunity for a permanent role
• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Rewarding role making a real difference in children's lives

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant with expertise in Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) and a proven track record of supporting children's learning and development, we want to hear from you! Apply today for an immediate start and make a real difference in a specialist school setting.

Alternatively, contact Philippa at philippa@nextgenteachers.co.uk for more information.We look forward to reviewing your application.

NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through to multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.

We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career - taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.

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