ECASS Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (ELSEC)

Enfield Council • Enfield, NH

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About The Position

We are seeking two dedicated Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (SLTA) to join the ECASS team and support the delivery of the Early Language Support for Every Child (ELSEC) programme. This exciting pilot initiative, funded by NHS England and the Department for Education, aims to improve early identification and support for children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) in Early Years and Primary settings. The posts are fixed term to 31/7/2026 (term could be extended subject to funding). Following a successful pilot in Barnet, ELSEC is now expanding to Enfield. The programme focuses on children accessing the Universal Offer in mainstream schools and introduces a new model where SLTAs deliver universal, targeted, and specialist support directly to schools under the supervision of a Speech and Language Therapist. The goal is to build school staff confidence and capacity to sustain language development during and beyond the programme.

Requirements

• Has experience working with children in healthcare or education settings (including Early Years and/or Primary schools).
• Has a keen interest in children's communication and language development.
• Is enthusiastic, organised, and able to work collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of a Speech and Language Therapist to deliver interventions in schools.
• Support children with SLCN through universal and targeted strategies.
• Assist in training school staff to embed communication support in everyday practice.
• Contribute to data collection and reporting for programme evaluation.
• Collaborate with education and health professionals to ensure high-quality, child-centred support.

Benefits

• An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.
• A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.
• Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.
• Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.
• Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.
• Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.
• 1 month paid sabbatical for Children's Social Workers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees