Lead Speech & Language Therapist

Pulse; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity exists for a Lead Speech & Language Therapist to work in Wiltshire, UK, supporting children aged 4-19 with communication needs. The role involves developing communication skills, managing physical and sensory needs, and positively impacting their social and emotional well-being. Attractive benefits include early finishes on Fridays, a comprehensive CPD package, and dedicated therapy resources.

Benefits

Early finish on Fridays at 3:45 pm

Comprehensive CPD package

Employee Assistance programme

Dedicated Therapy House

Social events like crafting groups

Pension Scheme

28 days of annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Experience managing a specialist caseload with advanced clinical skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements and children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Academy Speech and Language Strategy.
• Provide expert advice to the Education, Care, and Therapy Teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Innovative practices

Management skills

Education

HCPC & RCSLT registration

Accredited Speech and Language/Communication courses

Job description

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Lead Speech & Language Therapist, Wiltshire

Client:

Pulse

Location:

Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Pulse has recently partnered with one of the UK’s specialist providers of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. We are currently looking for an experienced Speech & Language Therapist to work in a specialist school with children and young people aged 4–19 years in Calne, on acres of beautiful grounds. The role involves developing communication skills of pupils with autism, social communication needs, and developmental delays/disorders.

About the role: As a Lead Speech & Language Therapist, you will work in two specialist secondary schools to develop pupils' core communication and interaction skills and help manage their physical and sensory needs, positively impacting their social, emotional, and mental health, and enabling engagement across the curriculum.

What’s in it for you:

• Early finish on Fridays at 3:45 pm
• A comprehensive CPD package with opportunities for personal development
• A commitment to ‘Healthy Working Lives’ through a trust Employee Assistance programme
• A dedicated Therapy House for therapeutic work
• Social events such as walking groups, crafting groups, and seasonal fairs
• Pension Scheme
• 28 days of annual leave plus public holidays

Main responsibilities:

• Lead the Academy Speech and Language Strategy
• Manage a specialist caseload using advanced clinical skills and innovative practices
• Provide expert advice to the Education, Care, and Therapy Teams, interpreting reports for admissions, tribunals, reviews, and banding
• Develop and deliver training courses, working with parents, carers, and children towards shared goals and outcomes

Qualifications and experience:

• HCPC & RCSLT registration
• Ability to deliver accredited Speech and Language/Communication courses (e.g., ELKLAN)
• Experience in management and strategy, knowledge of total communication methods like Makaton and visuals
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements and promoting children's welfare

Why work with Pulse?

• Dedicated, experienced permanent team with strong professional relationships
• Access to exclusive vacancies through multiple Master Vendor trusts
• Opportunities outside NHS rate caps via private sector agreements
• International roles outside England and the UK

Disclaimer: We cannot support applications from candidates resident within the Red or Amber list of the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List for international recruitment in England.