Job Description:
Speech and Language HLTA
Location: Barnehurst, Bexley
Start: September 2026
Role Type: Speech and Language Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Duration: Permanent
Salary: 33,000
Create Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Barnehurst to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Speech and Language HLTA to join their dedicated inclusion team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the SENCO, teachers and external professionals, supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). You will play a key role in delivering targeted interventions that enable children to develop their communication skills, access learning successfully and achieve their full potential.
The school is committed to providing a nurturing, ambitious and inclusive learning environment where every child is supported to thrive and succeed.
The Role:
- Deliver targeted speech and language interventions for pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
- Work closely with the SENCO, teaching staff and external Speech and Language Therapists
- Plan, deliver and evaluate intervention programmes tailored to individual pupil needs
- Monitor pupil progress and maintain accurate records of interventions
- Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and developing confidence in communication
- Promote an inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed
- Contribute to the wider SEND provision and work collaboratively as part of the school's inclusion team
About You:
- Hold a recognised HLTA qualification (or equivalent)
- Have experience delivering speech and language interventions within a school setting
- Have a strong understanding of Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
- Be passionate about inclusion and supporting children with additional needs
- Be organised, proactive and able to work collaboratively with a range of professionals
- Be committed to helping every child achieve their full potential
About the School:
This friendly and supportive primary school in Barnehurst is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child can flourish. Staff work collaboratively to provide high-quality learning experiences and ensure pupils receive the individual support they need to succeed both academically and personally.
The school values professional development and encourages staff to continually develop their skills through training, collaboration and shared best practice.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and dedicated school community where you can make a genuine impact on the lives of children with additional communication needs. The role offers ongoing professional development, a collaborative working environment and the opportunity to be part of a team that places inclusion and pupil wellbeing at the heart of everything they do.
If you are passionate about supporting children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs and want to make a difference every day, we would love to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
Speech & Language HLTA employer: Create Education
Join our dynamic school in Enfield, London, where we prioritise a supportive and collaborative work culture that empowers teachers to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with SEMH needs. We offer competitive salaries, ongoing professional development, and clear pathways for career progression, ensuring that our staff are equipped and inspired to thrive in their roles. Here, you will find a nurturing environment that values resilience, teamwork, and the transformative power of education.
