School-Based Speech & Language Therapist (Maternity Cover)

John Jamieson School; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Clinical supervision

Friendly and supportive environment

Lead SLT and school leaders support

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job summary

East SILC in Leeds is seeking a qualified Speech and Language Therapist for maternity cover starting September 2026. You will work across multiple sites, delivering assessment, intervention, and advice to learners aged 3-19 with complex needs in a school-based setting.

You’ll collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals to embed best communication practice, contribute to EHCP targets, and support inclusive education across a dynamic specialist setting.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist with relevant qualifications.
• Experience working with children and young people with SEND.
• Reflective, flexible practitioner who enjoys teamwork.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to learner-centred, inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and intervention for learners with speech, language and communication needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to embed communication strategies in the curriculum.
• Contribute to EHCP targets, annual reviews, reports, and multidisciplinary planning.
• Provide training, guidance and resources to school staff.
• Support development of total communication approaches across the school.

Skills

HCPC registration

SEND experience

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Speech and Language Therapist

Job description

East SILC in Leeds is seeking a qualified Speech and Language Therapist for maternity cover starting September 2026. You will work across multiple sites, delivering assessment, intervention, and advice to learners aged 3-19 with complex needs in a school-based setting.

You’ll collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals to embed best communication practice, contribute to EHCP targets, and support inclusive education across a dynamic specialist setting.