Speech And Language Specialist

PK Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Clinical supervision

Supportive team

Job summary

PK Education is recruiting a compassionate Speech and Language Specialist (Speech and Language Therapist) to join a multidisciplinary team in a specialist SEN school in Sheffield. You will support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) to develop communication, language and social interaction skills within tailored EHCP plans.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, designing intervention programmes, delivering individual and small-group therapy, and collaborating with teachers and

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy is required.
• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• Membership of the RCSLT is desirable.
• Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Condition and communication needs.
• Knowledge of autism-friendly communication approaches is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess speech, language, communication and social interaction needs using formal and informal methods.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy programmes aligned to EHCP outcomes.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group SLT sessions.
• Support AAC systems (PECS, communication boards, visual supports, speech-generating devices).
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to embed communication strategies across the day.
• Provide training, coaching and advice to staff and parents.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Attend EHCP reviews and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Promote positive behaviour through communication-based interventions.

Skills

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC Registration

RCSLT Membership

Experience with ASC

Communication skills

Job description

Job Summary

Speech and Language Specialist (Speech and Language Therapist)

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Setting: Special Educational Needs (SEN) School - Children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech and Language Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team in a specialist SEN school in Sheffield. The successful candidate will support children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), helping them develop effective communication, language, social interaction, and functional communication skills to achieve their full potential.

Working closely with teachers, teaching assistants, families, and other professionals, you will assess pupils' communication needs, design and implement tailored intervention programmes, and contribute to creating a communication-friendly learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess pupils\' speech, language, communication, and social interaction needs using formal and informal assessment methods.


• Develop and implement individualised therapy programmes tailored to each child\'s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes.


• Deliver one-to-one and small-group speech and language therapy sessions.


• Support the use of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) systems, including PECS, communication boards, visual supports, and speech-generating devices where appropriate.


• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to embed communication strategies across the school day.


• Provide training, coaching, and advice to school staff and parents to promote consistent communication approaches.


• Monitor pupils\' progress and maintain accurate clinical records and reports.


• Attend annual reviews, multidisciplinary meetings, and EHCP reviews.


• Promote positive behaviour through communication-based interventions and support emotional regulation strategies.


• Keep up to date with current evidence-based practice in speech and language therapy and autism intervention.

Person Specification

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent qualification.


• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).


• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).


• Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Condition and additional communication needs.


• Knowledge of autism-friendly communication approaches.


• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience within a specialist SEN school.


• Knowledge of sensory processing differences and their impact on communication.


• Experience using AAC systems, PECS, Makaton, or Intensive Interaction.


• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).


• Experience supporting children with complex learning difficulties.

Skills and Qualities

• Empathetic and patient approach.


• Excellent problem-solving skills.


• Ability to adapt therapy to meet individual learning styles.


• Strong organisational and time-management skills.


• Commitment to inclusive education and child-centred practice.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.


• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.


• Regular clinical supervision.


• Opportuniti