Speech & Language Infants Unit Support

Speech & Language Infant Unit Support

Location: Carmarthenshire
Pay: £14.25 hourly rate
Hours: School hours only

Join a specialist infant unit where your support helps children find ways to communicate—whether that’s through words, signs, or alternative methods—and build the foundations for their future learning.

Why this role?

• Make a real difference in children’s early development
• Gain valuable SEN and speech & language experience
• Work school hours only – ideal for work-life balance
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team

About the Role:
You will be supporting children within an infant Speech and Language Unit who have a range of Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN). These children may experience difficulties with speech, understanding, and social communication – some may be completely non-verbal and rely on alternative communication methods.

The unit uses a structured, tiered approach to support, including whole-class strategies, small group work, and targeted one-to-one interventions. No two days are the same – the environment is lively, engaging, and at times fast-paced, so being adaptable and calm under pressure is key.

Children in the unit may present with:

• Speech and language delay
• Autism spectrum conditions
• Social communication difficulties
• Limited or no verbal communication
• Attention and processing needs
• Emotional regulation challenges linked to communication barriers

You will work closely with teachers, speech and language therapists, and families to provide consistent, meaningful support that helps children develop essential communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Use communication tools such as visual aids and structured routines
• Encourage speech and language development through play and interaction
• Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Support behaviour in a calm and proactive manner

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children (education, childcare, or similar)
• Interest in ALN, speech and language, or child development
• Patient, adaptable, and positive attitude
• Ability to thrive in a busy, energetic environment
• Experience with PECS and/or Makaton is highly desirable

What’s on Offer:

• £92.63 per day
• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• Monday to Friday – school hours only
• No weekends or late evenings
• Supportive team and welcoming school environment
• Free CPD training including THRIVE and behaviour training to support your development
• Opportunity to complete Team Teach Level 2 at a highly discounted rate (limited spaces available)
• Excellent experience for careers in education, therapy, or psychology

If you’re ready for a role that is as rewarding as it is dynamic, and you want to be part of helping children build vital communication skills for life, apply today.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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