Speech and Language Therapist

eTeach UK Limited; Dorking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shuttle from Dorking Station

Breakfast and lunch provided

EAP and wellbeing initiatives

Comprehensive induction package

Job summary

Leith Hill School in Dorking is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to deliver statutory SaLT services across the school in partnership with parents, carers, teachers and other statutory agencies. This role will input to the provision map to identify caseload, plan interventions, evaluate progress, and review interventions in line with EHCP objectives.

The post involves coordinating therapy interventions, prioritising the caseload, providing reports to stakeholders, and liaising with

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech and Language Therapist with eligibility to practice in the UK.
• Experience delivering SaLT within an educational setting.
• Ability to assess and plan interventions aligned with EHCPs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate therapy interventions in line with EHCPs.
• Manage and prioritise the therapy caseload.
• Provide verbal and written reports to stakeholders.
• Liaise with families and carers to clarify roles and responsibilities.
• Identify and implement intervention strategies based on evidence.
• Contribute to EHCP reviews and school training.

Skills

Caseload management

Intervention planning

EHCP objectives

Reports and feedback

Job description

37.5 hours per week | 8am - 4pm

Are you an inspirational and innovative professional? We're a specialist independent Autism school having opened in September 2025 and are growing quickly. The Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) will deliver the statutory provision and school’s requirements for SaLT across the school in partnerships with parents, carers, teachers and other statutory agencies. This will include inputting to and drawing on the school’s provision map to identify caseload, individual and collective needs, planning interventions, evaluating, assessing and reviewing interventions in line with EHCP objectives as well as interventions deemed appropriate for each individual child.

Core Requirements for the post

• To oversee and coordinate therapy interventions and support for pupils to ensure appropriate provision is delivered in line with pupils' EHCPs.
• To manage and prioritise the individual therapy caseload in accordance with the relevant professional standards.
• To provide verbal and written reports/feedback to relevant stakeholders as required.
• To feedback to the Therapy Lead around current intervention and provision.
• To liaise with families and carers of pupils to clarify and share roles and responsibilities of therapies.
• To identify and implement appropriate intervention strategies for pupils based on clinical evidence and evaluation and measurement of outcomes.
• Contribute to and attend EHCP reviews as required.
• To support in the design and delivery of training across the school.
• To lead Staff and Therapy meetings as required.
• To support and enable pupils to reach their full potential and seek to identify, remove or reduce barriers that affect their learning.
• To establish and maintain relationships with the pupils and their family/carers including involvement in the planning and prioritisation of their personal development plans wherever possible and to provide advice on relevant programmes/strategies to be used within the school and home.
• To ensure regular verbal and written reports/feedback is provided to parents/carers/teachers as required.
• To promote the welfare of all pupils and to support the school in safeguarding children and young people through adherence to relevant policies and procedures.
• Inspire trust and confidence in pupils and colleagues and other outside stakeholders.
• Build team commitment with colleagues and engage and motivate pupils.
• To maintain good order and discipline among the pupils, safeguarding their health and safety.
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
• Being proactive in matters of Health and Safety.

Why Leith Hill School?

Leith Hill School offers more than just a job — it’s a chance to grow, collaborate, and innovate in a dynamic educational setting. As part of the Cavendish Education family of schools, we’re proud to offer:

• A nurturing and inclusive environment where staff feel valued and empowered.
• A commitment to continuous professional development, with plenty of opportunities to expand your skills.
• A culture that encourages creativity, teamwork, and fresh ideas.
• Daily collaboration with other SEN schools in our network, promoting shared learning and support.
• A free daily shuttle service from Dorking Station during term time, making your commute easier and stress-free.
• Breakfast and lunch provided during term time.
• EAP and wellbeing initiatives
• A comprehensive induction package to support transition from mainstream to specialist

Please note that we are not in TPS.

Be Part of Something Special

If you’re looking to take your next step in a school where innovation, compassion, and community come together, Leith Hill School could be your perfect fit. In line with our commitment to safer recruitment, candidates will be asked to complete a full application form. Please note, we reserve the right to interview and appoint early. Interviews will take place in person at our school.