Communication Support & Therapy Specialist

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex Area FE College is seeking a dedicated Communication Support & Therapy Specialist to help learners develop communication, language and social interaction skills within a supportive college environment.

You will work with learners who have speech and language needs, collaborating with teaching staff, parents, carers and external professionals to create personalised strategies and targeted support to remove barriers to learning.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or relevant equivalent qualification.
• HCPC registration or relevant experience in speech, language and communication support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, empathetic and learner-centred approach.
• Experience supporting young people with SEND is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess learners' communication needs and identify strategies to support development.
• Develop and deliver tailored communication support plans and interventions.
• Support learners with speech, language, social communication and interaction skills.
• Provide guidance to teaching staff and support teams.
• Collaborate with EHCP coordinators and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Monitor learner progress and maintain records.
• Contribute to learner reviews and EHCP outcomes where appropriate.
• Support inclusive learning environments.
• Help learners build confidence and independence in communication.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Empathetic learner-centred approach

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Communication Support & Therapy Specialist - Essex Area

Transform Lives Through Communication

Are you passionate about supporting learners to develop their communication skills, build confidence, and achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy helping individuals overcome barriers, develop independence, and access education in a way that works for them?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Communication Support & Therapy Specialist to join a welcoming and inclusive Further Education college in the Essex area this September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive team where you'll play a key role in helping learners develop their communication, language, and social interaction skills, enabling them to thrive both academically and personally.

The Opportunity

As a Communication Support & Therapy Specialist, you'll work closely with learners who have a range of speech, language, communication, and interaction needs, supporting them to access education, develop essential life skills, and achieve their personal goals.

Working alongside teaching staff, learning support teams, parents, carers, and external professionals, you'll use your specialist knowledge to create personalised communication strategies, provide targeted support, and help learners overcome barriers to learning.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assessing learners' communication needs and identifying strategies to support development
• Developing and delivering tailored communication support plans and interventions
• Supporting learners with speech, language, social communication, and interaction skills
• Providing guidance and practical strategies to teaching staff and support teams
• Working collaboratively with EHCP coordinators and multidisciplinary professionals
• Monitoring learner progress and maintaining accurate records
• Contributing to learner reviews and EHCP outcomes where appropriate
• Supporting the development of inclusive learning environments
• Helping learners build confidence, independence, and effective communication skills

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or a relevant equivalent qualification
• HCPC registration or relevant experience within speech, language, and communication support
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, empathetic, and learner-centred approach
• Experience supporting young people with SEND is desirable
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A genuine passion for helping learners achieve their full potential

Why Apply?

• Temporary opportunity
• September start
• Supportive and inclusive college environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on learners' lives
• Collaborative and rewarding team culture
• Use your specialist skills to support communication development and remove barriers to learning
• Be part of a team dedicated to creating positive outcomes for young people

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can empower learners, strengthen communication skills, and make a lasting difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.