Speech and Language Therapist

Vetro Recruitment; Brecon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular clinical supervision

CPD opportunities

Multidisciplinary team

Term-time pattern

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to support children and young people in Powys, Wales. The role focuses on assessments, tailored interventions, and collaboration with education and therapy colleagues to embed communication strategies across school settings.

The position is part-time, term-time only (41 weeks/year), with HCPC registration and experience in autism and SEND frameworks preferred.

Qualifications

• Eligible to practice as a Speech & Language Therapist in the UK.
• HCPC registration is required.
• Experience supporting children with autism and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech, language, and communication assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Design and deliver tailored intervention programmes for individuals and groups.
• Support learners with communication, AAC, and eating/drinking challenges where appropriate.
• Collaborate with education, care, and therapeutic professionals to embed communication strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Autism knowledge

Training delivery

Case management

Interpersonal collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Tools

AAC knowledge

Makaton/PECS"

Job description

Job Title: Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

Location: Powys, Wales, UK

Salary: £35,481 - £39,423 per annum (pro rata)

Employment Type: Part-time, Term Time Only (41 weeks per year)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join our expanding therapy team in Powys. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with a range of communication and learning needs within our specialist education settings. You will play a vital part in helping pupils develop essential communication skills to thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive speech, language, and communication assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Designing and delivering tailored intervention programmes for individual pupils and groups.
• Supporting learners with communication and interaction difficulties, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), and eating and drinking challenges where appropriate.
• Collaborating closely with education, care, and therapeutic professionals to embed communication strategies throughout the school environment.
• Providing expert advice, guidance, and coaching to colleagues to improve communication outcomes across the setting.
• Delivering training sessions for staff, families, and carers to promote consistent communication approaches.
• Contributing to EHCP/IDP reviews, multidisciplinary planning meetings, and wider therapy service developments.
• Championing evidence-based practices and creating communication-friendly learning environments.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Relevant post-qualification experience supporting children and young people with autism spectrum conditions and complex needs.
• Strong knowledge of SEND frameworks and person-centred practice.
• Experience delivering training, mentoring, or workforce development initiatives.
• Understanding of AAC, PECS, Makaton, and Dysphagia, or a willingness to undertake further specialist training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and case management abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary of £35,481 - £39,423 pro rata, with regular pay reviews.
• Term-time-only working pattern (41 weeks per year).
• Regular clinical supervision and professional guidance.
• Access to ongoing CPD and specialist training programmes.
• Opportunities to work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
• The chance to influence and develop therapeutic practice across our schools.

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.