Speech And Language Therapist

Protocol Education Limited; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual leave

Induction training

Mentorship

Career progression

Flexible working patterns

Pension scheme

Safeguarding training

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is recruitment partner for Speech & Language Therapists across Hertfordshire schools. You will assess, design and deliver therapy programmes for children with speech and language needs, working with teachers, parents and other professionals.

Qualified SLTs or psychology graduates with an interest in child development can apply. Roles offer flexible contracts (full-time, part-time, term-time) and strong induction, mentorship, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified SLTs: Degree in Speech and Language Therapy; HCPC registration (or eligible)
• Psychology graduates: Degree in Psychology; interest in child development, communication and mental health; full training and career pathways into SLT or related roles
• Empathy, patience, and a desire to make a positive impact
• Good communication skills and ability to work with teachers, parents and professionals
• Right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Assessing children’s speech, language, and communication needs
• Designing and delivering individual and group therapy programmes
• Advising and training school staff and parents
• Monitoring progress and evaluating outcomes
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Psychology graduates will work alongside qualified therapists with structured learning and support

Skills

Qualified SLTs

Psychology graduates

Empathy & patience

Communication skills

Right to work in the UK

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration or eligible

Degree in Psychology

Job description

Join Our Team: Speech & Language Therapists in Hertfordshire Schools

Salary: depending on experience + benefits

Location: Multiple schools across Hertfordshire

Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Term-time only – flexible options available

Make a Real Difference to Children’s Lives

Communication is at the heart of learning, friendship, and confidence. As a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) working in Hertfordshire schools, you’ll help children and young people overcome speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties — unlocking their potential and shaping their future.

We’re looking for passionate, compassionate people to join our friendly, supportive teams across primary, secondary, and special schools throughout Hertfordshire. Whether you’re a qualified SLT or a psychology graduate ready to start your journey, we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified SLTs: Degree in Speech and Language Therapy; registration with the HCPC (or eligible to register)
• Psychology Graduates: Degree in Psychology; strong interest in child development, communication, and mental health — full training and career pathways into SLT or related roles available
• Empathy, patience, and a desire to make a positive impact
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and professionals
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer You

• Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement
• Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development
• Mentorship and support from experienced SLTs
• Opportunities for career progression
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
• A warm, welcoming environment in well-resourced schools
• Access to local government pension scheme (where applicable)

Your Role Will Include

• Assessing children’s speech, language, and communication needs
• Designing and delivering individual and group therapy programmes
• Advising and training school staff and parents
• Monitoring progress and evaluating outcomes
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Psychology graduates will work alongside qualified therapists with structured learning and support

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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