Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

About the role

TEACH POOLE – MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

We have a new Speech and Language Therapy Assistant position in Canford Heath Infant and Junior School within the Trust’s new Resourced Base Provision. We’re looking for a dedicated, compassionate professional to support the speech and language needs of children aged 4‑11.

No. of hours: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4 pm (1‑hour lunch).

Pay:
Grade F (12‑17) £28,598 - £31,022 pro‑rata (actual salary £20,859.81 – £22,627.91). Permanent, term‑time only, starting September 2026.

• Work under the guidance of a qualified therapist to develop, implement and manage interventions for speech, language, communication and behavioural needs.
• Deliver therapy sessions to pupils one‑on‑one, in groups or as a whole class.
• Prepare and maintain therapy materials and equipment, including communication aids and visuals.
• Help deliver training for teachers, teaching assistants, parents and families to enhance therapeutic support.
• Work with class teams to implement therapy recommendations and provide supervision to Teaching Assistants who act as links between classrooms and the Therapy Department.
• Contribute to systems for tracking and recording pupils’ academic and social progress.
• Support pupils in off‑site activities to integrate therapy goals into real‑life settings.

• Passion for making communication accessible for individual learners.
• Creative and flexible therapeutic approach that builds success through challenge, personalisation and innovation.
• Confidence and skills to build positive relationships that break down barriers and build self‑esteem.
• Commitment to enabling all pupils to overcome challenges and achieve their potential.
• Can‑do attitude, resilience and stamina.
• Preparedness to go above and beyond.

• Opportunity to be part of an exciting new provision.
• Supportive, friendly staff and positive classroom environment.
• Specialist training and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive induction programme and full training.
• Work‑life balance and supportive staff well‑being programmes.
• Term‑time salary shared across 12 months.
• Beautiful school grounds and welcoming learning environments.
• Highly competitive rates of pay and excellent pension contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured.
• Long‑service awards.

To apply, do so online at  Contact the HR department at for further information.

Closing date: 22nd June 2026

Interview date: 2nd July 2026

TEACH Poole is committed to Equal Opportunities.