Specialist Speech & Language Therapist — Term-Time Lead

Orbis Education and Care; Presteigne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term Time Only (41 weeks)

Competitive salary pro rata £35,481-£

Job summary

Orbis Education and Care is seeking an experienced Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to support Powys specialist schools. You will deliver assessments, diagnose and intervene for pupils with complex communication needs, including autism and learning disabilities.

The role blends direct therapy with consultation, coaching and staff development, ensuring communication support across school life. Term-time only with DBS checks and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Proven post-registration experience working with autistic pupils and young people with complex needs.
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and evidence-based practice.
• Experience of delivering training, coaching, mentoring, or workforce development.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to undertake training in, Dysphagia, AAC, PECS, and Makaton.
• Excellent communication, organisational and report-writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist assessment, diagnosis and intervention for pupils with complex communication needs.
• Manage a varied caseload including pupils with autism, learning disabilities, social and emotional needs, and challenging behaviours.
• Support pupils with communication, interaction, AAC, and eating and drinking needs.
• Develop and implement therapy programmes tailored to individual pupils and groups.
• Provide consultation, coaching and practical support to education, care and therapy colleagues.
• Deliver training to staff, families and carers to ensure effective communication strategies are consistently implemented.
• Lead and promote communication-friendly environments across our schools.
• Contribute to EHCP/IDP reviews, multidisciplinary planning and wider service development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Report writing

Training and coaching

Driving licence

Education

Degree or Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy

Job description

Orbis Education and Care is seeking an experienced Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to support Powys specialist schools. You will deliver assessments, diagnose and intervene for pupils with complex communication needs, including autism and learning disabilities.

The role blends direct therapy with consultation, coaching and staff development, ensuring communication support across school life. Term-time only with DBS checks and ongoing professional development.