Embedded SLT for Neurodiversity‑First School Therapy

Phoenix School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix School is expanding its therapy service and seeking enthusiastic Speech & Language Therapists (Band 6) to join our Outstanding provision for autistic students aged 3–19. You’ll work with the Phoenix SaLT Team and Phoenix Outreach Team to support our school and specialist classrooms across Tower Hamlets.

As part of our expansion, you’ll deliver embedded, high-impact support, plan and train others in engaging interventions, and celebrate neurodiversity while empowering students to

Qualifications

• Experience supporting autistic students in school settings.
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity-affirming approaches.

Responsibilities

• Work creatively and collaboratively with extensive resources and expert support.
• Manage your own caseload with coaching from senior therapists.
• Plan, deliver, and train others in engaging, innovative therapeutic interventions.
• Embed communication and interaction opportunities within classrooms and specialist provisions.
• Support students’ emotional regulation, resilience, and wellbeing.
• Train and upskill education professionals in neuro-affirming communication and best practice.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and external professionals to create meaningful outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and the wider school community.

Skills

Caseload management

Collaborative working

Intervention planning

Staff training

Neurodiversity-affirming approach

Job description

Phoenix School is expanding its therapy service and seeking enthusiastic Speech & Language Therapists (Band 6) to join our Outstanding provision for autistic students aged 3–19. You’ll work with the Phoenix SaLT Team and Phoenix Outreach Team to support our school and specialist classrooms across Tower Hamlets.

As part of our expansion, you’ll deliver embedded, high-impact support, plan and train others in engaging interventions, and celebrate neurodiversity while empowering students to