Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension auto-enrolled

Induction and autism training

Shopping and discounts

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Mindfulness resources

Blue Light Card

Job summary

The National Autistic Society is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join Robert Ogden School’s transdisciplinary team. You will deliver neuroaffirming, evidence-informed speech and language therapy to autistic children and young people, supporting communication, interaction, participation, and access to learning.

You will collaborate with education staff, families and other professionals to embed strategies within everyday routines and ensure therapy is aligned with each pupil's

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and RCSLT member.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

HCPC registered

RCSLT member

Autism experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

Package Description: To protect our autistic pupils and young adults within the National Autistic Society, all employees will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.

Join Us as a Speech and Language Therapist

At the National Autistic Society, we offer many services to support autistic children and young people. We work to improve education, care, and experiences so they can reach their full potential.

About the School

At Robert Ogden School, we provide a safe, caring, and friendly environment. Our buildings are large, bright, and designed to be low-arousal.

Our Inclusive Learning Hub supports pupils with complex needs in a calm, non-confrontational way. Every pupil follows an individualised curriculum.

About the Role

We are seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join our transdisciplinary team at Robert Ogden School. You will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, neuroaffirming, evidence-informed Speech and Language Therapy service for autistic children and young people with diverse profiles and associated needs.

This role focuses on supporting communication, interaction, participation, and access to learning, reducing barriers to engagement, and helping to create inclusive, communication-friendly learning environments. You will work collaboratively with education staff, families, and other professionals to ensure that speech and language therapy is embedded within everyday school practice and aligned with each pupil's strengths, needs, and aspirations.

What You'll Do

• Deliver speech and language therapy assessment, intervention, advice, and review for pupils with a range of communication needs and neurodevelopmental profiles.
• Contribute to a high-quality, neuroaffirming, strengths-based, and evidence-informed therapy service for autistic children and young people.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, families, and other professionals to embed communication strategies within everyday routines, learning, and the wider school day.

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who:

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

Whether you are developing your specialist autism experience or bringing established expertise, you will be supported through supervision, CPD, and a strong team culture.

This role is a permanent contract (35 hours per week) with 12 weeks paid holiday a year, which must be taken within the existing school holidays for your school. This is to ensure our pupils receive the continuous support they require while at school.

What we can offer you

• Pension- Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
• Training- Great induction and training, including autism training.
• Discounts- Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
• Healthcare- Cash plan for permanent staff.
• Life Assurance- 2x your base salary.
• Flexible Benefits- Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
• Support- 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
• Mindfulness- Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
• Blue Light Card- Eligibility for discounts.