Full job descriptionSpeech and Language Therapist
Permanent | Full-Time (40 Hours per Week)
Salary: £33,612.80 - £49,067.20 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Are you a passionate and motivated Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?
We are working with a specialist education provider that supports students through personalised academic and vocational programmes, helping them develop the skills, confidence, resilience, and independence needed for successful adult lives. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to join their expanding multidisciplinary therapy team.
The Role
As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a key role in supporting children and young people with complex communication needs. Working collaboratively with education, residential, and therapy colleagues, you will deliver high-quality, student-centred interventions that promote communication, learning, and independence.
This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced therapists and those looking to further develop their skills within a specialist educational environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Manage a varied caseload of students with complex communication needs.
*Deliver direct and indirect Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
*Complete assessments and develop individualised therapy programmes.
*Monitor progress and adapt interventions to achieve the best outcomes.
*Work closely with teaching and residential staff to embed communication strategies throughout the setting.
*Deliver training and support to staff to enhance understanding of communication needs.
*Contribute to EHCP reviews, annual reviews, clinical reports, and professional documentation.
*Liaise effectively with families, carers, and external professionals to ensure a consistent, joined-up approach.
*Support the ongoing development of the Speech and Language Therapy service.
About You
The successful candidate will have:
*A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
*Registration with the HCPC and membership of the RCSLT.
*Experience of delivering the therapy process, including assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
*A strong interest in supporting children and young people with Autism and communication difficulties.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
*The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
*Strong organisational and time-management skills.
*A commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
Desirable Experience
*Previous experience working within a specialist education setting.
*Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs, Autism, or learning difficulties.
What’s on Offer?
*Competitive salary up to £49,067.20 depending on experience and qualifications.
*Full-time permanent position.
*Opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
*Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
*The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with additional needs.
Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.