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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications & Experience
- 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.
What We Offer
- 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.
Apply
To apply, do so online at https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141763/EDV-2026-CHJS-38193. Contact the HR department at 01202 380015 for further information.
Closing date: 22nd June 2026
Interview date: 2nd July 2026
Equal Opportunities
TEACH Poole is committed to Equal Opportunities.
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