Aspiring Speech And Language Therapist

Pertemps Education Network; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive special school in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames seeks a Graduate Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to join their team. In this full-time, term-time role, you will support children with Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties, delivering targeted interventions to enhance their communication and social skills. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with relevant degrees who are empathetic and proactive. Enjoy mentoring, real-world experience, and a rewarding career pathway.

Benefits

Mentoring from experienced therapists

Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

Clear career pathway into related fields

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree related to speech or education.
• Empathetic, patient, and proactive individual.
• Availability during term-time.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Support teachers in creating autism-friendly environments.
• Encourage communication and emotional development.
• Collaborate with SALT professionals and therapists.
• Uphold safeguarding and inclusion.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Degree in Psychology, Linguistics, Education, Speech Sciences

Job description

Location: Motspur Park
🕓 Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:30-16:30 (term-time only)
💼 Contract: Full-time, long-term
📅 Start Date: ASAP
💰 Pay: £104 per day

🌟 About the Role

Are you a caring and motivated graduate with a passion for helping children communicate and connect with the world around them?

A warm, inclusive special school in Motspur Park is seeking a Graduate Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to join their supportive team.

The school caters for pupils aged 2-19 with Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties (SLD/CLD), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

You’ll work closely with qualified Speech and Language Therapists, teachers, and pastoral staff to deliver interventions that develop pupils’ communication, social, and emotional skills, empowering them to find their voice and thrive.

🧠 Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group speech and language interventions tailored to pupil needs
• Support teachers in creating engaging, autism-friendly classroom environments
• Encourage pupils' communication, social interaction, and emotional development
• Collaborate daily with SALT professionals, SEN teachers, and therapists
• Uphold safeguarding, inclusion, and wellbeing across all activities

🎯 What We're Looking For

• 🎓 A recent graduate (Psychology, Linguistics, Education, Speech Sciences, or related)
• ❤️ A naturally empathetic, patient, and proactive individual
• 🗣️ Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• ✅ Full-time availability during term-time
• 🚆 Able to commute to or relocate near Reading

🎁 What You'll Gain

• 🤓 Real-world experience supporting children with ASC and SLCN
• 💼 Mentoring and guidance from experienced Speech and Language Therapists
• 📚 Ongoing training and CPD opportunities through the school and Pertemps Education
• 🚀 A clear career pathway into Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Teaching, or Educational Psychology
• 🌍 A deeply rewarding role where you’ll genuinely make a difference every day

💬 Apply Now

If you're passionate about helping children communicate, connect, and succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply today with an