Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Phoenix Learning & Care Group; North Petherton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Ongoing Learning & Development

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Cycle to Work scheme

DBS cost covered

Medicash healthcare & life assurance

Job summary

Phoenix Learning and Care Group seeks a Speech and Language Therapist to support pupils across two sites: Petherton Park School (North Petherton) and Oakwood College (Yate). The role is term-time only with a 5-day week and a salary band of £39,975 to £48,126, 42 weeks per year.

You will deliver individual and group therapies, working within a collaborative team. The role offers flexible, balanced work-life arrangements, dedicated time for professional development, and safeguarding a focus on

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC Registration and RCSLT membership
• Basic IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• 1:1 therapy sessions
• Small group interventions
• In-class support alongside teachers
• Deliver trauma-informed therapy to pupils with SEMH needs, LD, and autism
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to care plans
• Complete admin tasks, including some remote work during holidays

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

About The Role

Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Petherton Park School, North Petherton (TA6) & Oakwood College, YateBS37

Salary:Between£39,975.00 and £48,126.00 (5 Days Per Week, 42 weeks per year)
Contract: Permanent – Term Time Only

Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of pupils and learners across our education settings?

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Speech and Language Therapist to build a meaningful and rewarding career, helping pupils and learners achieve their full potential. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your expertise is truly valued, while also benefiting from the flexibility and work-life balance needed to thrive both professionally and personally.

You'll work across:

• 3 days per week at Petherton Park School
• 2 days per week at Oakwood College, Yate

About the Role

Are you a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist ready to make a meaningful impact? Or a Speech and Language Therapist looking to take the next step in your career without compromising on balance?

In this role, you will support pupils with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, helping them develop essential communication skills to thrive. Your work will empower children to express themselves, build confidence, and engage with the world around them.

Each day begins with a collaborative team briefing, followed by a varied mix of:

• 1:1 therapy sessions
• Small group interventions
• In-class support alongside teachers

You’ll also have opportunities to:

• Support and mentor less experienced therapists
• Contribute to training and development of Team Members
• Support pupils on placement

We are committed to your professional growth, with protected time for clinical development and ongoing training—so you can continue progressing while enjoying a balanced schedule.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Delivering trauma-informed therapy to a manageable caseload of pupils with SEMH needs, Learning Disabilities, and Autism
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, teachers, and teaching assistants
• Participating in team meetings and contributing to holistic care plans
• Completing administrative tasks easily during quieter periods or from home during school holidays

What You’ll Need

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC Registration and RCSLT membership
• Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Full UK driving licence (occasional offsite meetings)

Why This Role Stands Out

This role is designed to support your life as much as your career.

• Term Time Only Working – ideal for balancing family, study, or other commitments
• Protected development time to support your clinical growth

What You’ll Receive in Return

• 28 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)
• Ongoing Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee discounts (Blue Light Card & benefits platform)
• Strong wellbeing support, including mental health resources and reflective practice sessions
• Cycle to Work scheme
• DBS cost covered
• Medicash healthcare scheme & life assurance (after 12 months)

A Role That Fits Around You

At Phoenix Learning and Care, we understand that great professionals thrive when they have time for life beyond work. This role allows you to make a lasting difference in children’s lives, while maintaining the flexibility and balance you need in your own.

Safeguarding & Inclusion:
All successful applicants will undergo safer recruitment checks including DBS, references, and online checks.

We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to bring their whole selves to work.