Speech and Language Therapist

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist independent school in Poole is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist. This role involves delivering high-quality therapy services to support students with communication difficulties, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Condition. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy and experience with children. The position offers a competitive salary of £38,500 – £44,500 annually, and the school promotes a supportive environment for both staff and students.

Benefits

Work in a supportive, specialist setting

Opportunity to make a real difference

Regular working hours, no evenings or weekends

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is required.
• Ideally have experience in special education or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of speech and language therapy across the school.
• Carry out assessments for both current and prospective pupils.
• Design and implement individual and group therapy programmes.
• Work closely with the Assistant Headteacher and SENDCo.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including teachers and support staff.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong understanding of speech, language, and communication needs

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Education

Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist – Specialist Independent School

Location: Poole

Salary: £38,500 – £44,500 per annuum

Hours: 08:30am – 16:30pm Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Prospero Teaching are proud to be working in partnership with a specialist independent school that supports children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and other associated communication difficulties. The school is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join their team.

About the Role

As the school’s Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a crucial role in helping pupils overcome communication barriers and reach their full academic and social potential. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality speech and language therapy services to both primary and secondary aged students.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of speech and language therapy across the school.
• Carry out assessments for both current and prospective pupils.
• Design and implement individual and group therapy programmes.
• Work closely with the Assistant Headteacher and SENDCo to ensure EHCP provision is in place and outcomes are achieved.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team including teachers, support staff, and therapy assistants.

Requirements

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience working with children, ideally in special education or similar settings.
• Strong understanding of speech, language, and communication needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Work in a supportive, specialist setting.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
• Competitive salary and regular working hours (no evenings or weekends).

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child related references.