SLT Band 6: Autism & Complex Needs—Mixed School/Clinic

Unlocking Language; Royal Borough of Greenwich; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Unlocking Language is seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join a mixed post with school and clinic duties across complex needs settings.

You will assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with SLCN, deliver individual and group sessions, and work closely with teachers, families, and professionals to support progress. The role includes supervision and access to resources and CPD.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist with a degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Experience working in a special school setting or with children with complex communication needs.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge and experience of AAC
• Has a minimum of 2 years experience
• Is passionate about working with children and young people in diverse educational and community settings
• Brings energy, empathy, and curiosity to their work

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with a range of speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN).
• This is an Autism and complex needs setting (MLD secondary).
• Deliver therapy sessions on an individual and group basis, adapting interventions to suit the needs of students.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents, and other professionals to support student progress.
• Develop and implement communication strategies, including the use of AAC where appropriate.
• Write reports and contribute to EHCP reviews.
• Provide training and advice to school staff to help create a communication-friendly environment.
• Be part of a speech and language therapy team and MDT.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Curiosity

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Unlocking Language is seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join a mixed post with school and clinic duties across complex needs settings.

You will assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with SLCN, deliver individual and group sessions, and work closely with teachers, families, and professionals to support progress. The role includes supervision and access to resources and CPD.