Senior SALT Lead for Complex Needs — Flexible/Remote

Newbridge; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD & supervision

Career progression

EAP & wellbeing programme

Pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Refer a friend scheme

Free onsite parking

Tea and coffee

Close to TfL Elizabeth line

Job summary

Newbridge School in London seeks an experienced Band 7 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to lead a multidisciplinary team within a trust-based therapy hub. You will influence service development, supervise colleagues and work closely with schools, families and external agencies to support children’s communication outcomes.

You will contribute to EHCPs, multi-agency reviews and staff training, driving high-quality, evidence-based practice in a child-centred environment.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven expertise in working with children and young people with complex communication needs, including PMLD, SLD and Autism, along with NHS Band 6/7 SALT experience
• Strong leadership, supervision, and service development skills.
• Excellent communication and collaborative working abilities.
• A passion for inclusive education and empowering young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and specialist input for pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism, developmental language disorder, learning disabilities, and sensory processing difficulties.
• Lead on service development, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based practice.
• Supervise and support junior therapists, therapy assistants, and students.
• Work collaboratively with school staff, families, and external agencies to deliver holistic, child-focused care.
• Contribute to EHCPs, multi-agency reviews, and training for staff and parents.

Skills

HCPC registered SALT

Complex needs expertise

Leadership & supervision

Collaborative communication

Inclusive education

Job description

Newbridge School in London seeks an experienced Band 7 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to lead a multidisciplinary team within a trust-based therapy hub. You will influence service development, supervise colleagues and work closely with schools, families and external agencies to support children’s communication outcomes.

You will contribute to EHCPs, multi-agency reviews and staff training, driving high-quality, evidence-based practice in a child-centred environment.