School-Based Speech & Language Therapist & Coach

Compass Community Limited.; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Community Schools is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to help shape SLT provision across our schools. You will work with the Education Team and collaborate with SENDCos, therapists and school staff to create environments that enable communication and participation for all learners.

You will contribute to learner reviews, provide practical strategies for staff, and support the SLT Champions program to build sustainable practice across settings.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and RCSLT membership are essential.
• Experience with children and young people with SEND is required.
• Able to manage a caseload and work independently.
• Comfortable in a wider multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Experience delivering consultation, advice and training to education or care teams.
• Translate clinical expertise into practical strategies staff can use.
• Passionate about inclusive, trauma-informed practice and staff coaching.

Responsibilities

• Help schools develop a culture of communication, interaction and participation.
• Offer practical advice on communication-supportive environments, visual supports and AAC.
• Support the development of SLT Champions across schools.
• Contribute to the wider development of Speech and Language Therapy across Compass Community Schools.
• Collaborate with SENDCos, school leaders, teachers and other professionals to support learners.
• Contribute to learner reviews, planning meetings and multidisciplinary discussions.
• Engage with families to understand learners' strengths, needs and priorities.

Skills

HCPC registered

RCSLT member

SEND experience

Caseload management

Independent working

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Consultation and training

Job description

Compass Community Schools is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to help shape SLT provision across our schools. You will work with the Education Team and collaborate with SENDCos, therapists and school staff to create environments that enable communication and participation for all learners.

You will contribute to learner reviews, provide practical strategies for staff, and support the SLT Champions program to build sustainable practice across settings.