Autism-Focused Speech & Language Therapist

National Autistic Society; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Training

Discounts

Healthcare

Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits

Support

Mindfulness

Blue Light Card

Job summary

The National Autistic Society seeks a Speech and Language Therapist to contribute to a neuroaffirming, evidence-informed service for autistic children and young people in a school setting. You will collaborate with education staff, families, and other professionals to embed communication strategies and support access to learning.

Role focuses on reducing barriers to engagement, improving participation, and creating inclusive, communication-friendly learning environments, with supervision and CPD

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and a member of RCSLT.
• Experience (or strong interest) in working with autistic children and young people.
• Committed to neuroaffirming, strengths-based, evidence-informed practice.
• Enjoys collaborative, transdisciplinary working.
• Strong communication, organisational, and reflective practice skills.
• Motivated, compassionate, and committed to improving outcomes for pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver speech and language therapy assessment, intervention, advice, and review for pupils with diverse communication needs.
• Contribute to a neuroaffirming, strengths-based, evidence-informed therapy service for autistic children and young people.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other professionals to embed communication strategies in everyday routines and learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Reflective practice

Collaborative working

Autism experience

Education

HCPC registered

RCSLT member

Job description

The National Autistic Society seeks a Speech and Language Therapist to contribute to a neuroaffirming, evidence-informed service for autistic children and young people in a school setting. You will collaborate with education staff, families, and other professionals to embed communication strategies and support access to learning.

Role focuses on reducing barriers to engagement, improving participation, and creating inclusive, communication-friendly learning environments, with supervision and CPD