Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist (SLT)

Parker Smith Inclusion; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Dorking is seeking a full-time Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work with students with Autism and SEMH. You will develop tailored communication strategies and collaborate closely with teachers and support staff in a supportive environment. This role comes with a salary range of £30,000 - £45,000 per annum and offers ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Small class sizes

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children with Autism and SEMH.
• Ability to create tailored communication strategies.
• Experience or training in SEND.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored communication strategies for students.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to support students.
• Provide support for social communication skill development.

Skills

Confidence building

Communication strategies

Experience with AAC or Makaton

Social communication skills

Education

Qualified Speech and Language Therapist

Job description

Overview

Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) – Full-Time, Permanent (term time only)
September Start – Dorking, Mole Valley
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum

For some children, communication is their biggest challenge. They have thoughts, ideas, and emotions to express, but the words don’t always come easily. You can change that as a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT).

You know that communication isn’t just about talking. It’s about confidence, connection, and being understood. In this role, you’ll work in a specialist school for students with Autism and SEMH, helping them find their voice in a way that works for them.

A School Built for Progress

This school was designed with its students in mind, ensuring they have the proper support in place to reach their potential. Every detail has been considered to create an environment where both students and staff can succeed.

• Brand-new therapy spaces with high-quality resources to support your work
• Small class sizes, allowing you to focus on individual student needs
• A collaborative team, including teachers, occupational therapists, and pastoral staff
• Specialist facilities, including a multi-sports hall, theatre space, and outdoor learning areas
• A leadership team that values therapists, ensuring you have everything you need to make a difference

Your Impact as a Speech and Language Therapist

In this role, you won’t just deliver one-size-fits-all interventions. You’ll work closely with students, staff, and families to create tailored communication strategies for each child’s unique needs.

You might be:

• Helping a non-verbal student find confidence with AAC or Makaton
• Supporting a young person in developing social communication skills
• Advising teachers on strategies to create a communication-friendly classroom
• Encouraging self-expression through storytelling, role play, or creative activities

Your work won’t just help students in school. It will set them up with the skills they need for life.

A Team That Supports You

Therapists are often expected to work in isolation, but not here. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team where teachers, support staff, and therapists work side by side to ensure students receive the best possible care.

If you’re new to working in an education setting, don’t worry—the school provides SEND training and ongoing professional development, helping you adapt your skills to the school environment.

If this opportunity fits your current circumstances and ambition, please contact us to discuss how we can guide and advise you. Whether it is this specific role or other therapist opportunities, we can help you find the next step for your career.

Please get in touch if you want to hear more about this or our other school-based therapist opportunities. You can respond to this advert, upload your CV to our website, or call us on 0203 011 4848.