# Speech and Language Therapy Assistants

**Company**: London Borough of Merton
**Location**: London Borough of Merton, Greater London
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: GBP 30,408 - 31,290 per year
**Category**: Healthcare
**Industry**: Healthcare

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## Description

We are seeking 4 motivated and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapy Assistants to join Merton's Speech and Language Therapy Team. The team supports children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs in schools and educational settings.

**Job Details** You will work alongside experienced Speech and Language Therapists to support the delivery of our innovative Early Language Support for Every Child (ELSEC) offer as part of Merton's SEN Reform programme.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Support children and young people in schools and educational settings through language screening, targeted interventions, therapy programmes, and communication support

- Work independently and as part of a team to help children achieve the best possible outcomes

**Requirements**

- At least 2 years of experience working with children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs in schools

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills

- Passionate about improving outcomes for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

- Organised, flexible, and able to work independently and as part of a team

- Committed to inclusive practice and supporting children to reach their potential

**Benefits**

- Friendly, supportive, and experienced team of speech and language therapists

- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including full induction

- Local Government Pension Scheme

- Generous annual leave entitlement

- Opportunities to develop skills working alongside a multidisciplinary team

**Salary** GBP 30,408 - 31,290 per year

**Interview Dates** 15th and 17th December 2026

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## Skills

### Required
- speech therapy
- language therapy
- communication support
- SEN support

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