Speech and Language Therapist

Outcomes First Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity provider of specialist autism education seeks a Clinical Lead in Watford. The ideal candidate will develop and deliver high-quality therapy for pupils with autism and complex needs. Responsibilities include leading a therapy team, maintaining a clinical caseload, and collaborating with school leaders. Candidates must be HCPC registered with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience and strong knowledge of EHCPs. This role offers a competitive salary, term-time working, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Salary £48,000 – £55,000

Term-time only contract

Auto-enrolled pension scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience with autistic individuals or those with complex needs.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs, outcome measures, and integrated therapy models.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a multidisciplinary or clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small therapy team for Speech & Language, Occupational Therapy, and Psychology.
• Maintain a manageable clinical caseload while driving service improvement.
• Shape service delivery with the school leadership team and Head of Therapy.

Skills

Leadership

Speech and Language Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Psychology

Education

HCPC Registered Therapist

Job description

Overview

Compass Associates is partnering with a leading charity provider of specialist autism education and support. We are seeking a Clinical Lead to join our specialist school in Radlett, Hertfordshire. The role aims to develop and deliver high‑quality therapy provision across the school, ensuring an integrated service for pupils with autism and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small therapy team, supporting Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Psychology provision.
• Maintain a manageable clinical caseload while driving service improvement and embedding evidence‑based practice.
• Work closely with the school leadership team and Head of Therapy to shape service delivery and foster a culture of collaboration and professional development.
• Provide leadership and supervisory support across a multidisciplinary clinical setting.

Qualifications & Requirements

• HCPC Registered Speech & Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Practitioner Psychologist.
• Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience, ideally with autistic individuals or those with complex needs.
• Experience in SEN and a strong understanding of EHCPs, outcome measures and integrated therapy models.
• Leadership or supervisory experience within a multidisciplinary or clinical setting.

Benefits

• Salary: £48,000 – £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications).
• Term‑time only contract: 35 hours per week (minimum four days) with full pay and 12 weeks paid school holidays.
• Auto‑enrolled pension scheme and enhanced sick pay.
• Comprehensive induction, ongoing professional development and autism‑specific training.
• Healthcare Cash Plan, Life Assurance, online staff discount platform and Headspace App.
• Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice schemes, including cycle‑to‑work and season‑ticket loans.

Interview Process

• Stage one – an initial informal conversation (virtual or in‑person).
• Stage two – a formal on‑site interview with the Head of Therapy, Principal and Deputy.

How to Apply

Send your CV for a confidential discussion or a full application. A candidate information pack, including the full job description, is available upon request.