Speech Language Specialist

Cpl UK - Healthcare; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl UK - Healthcare is recruiting a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist in Leeds to support children with complex additional needs in a specialist educational setting. You will manage a paediatric caseload and provide individualised therapy plans while collaborating with school staff and families.

The ideal candidate is HCPC registered with experience in paediatric therapy and a solid understanding of conditions like autism and SLD.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is mandatory for this role.
• Experience in providing therapy to children with complex needs is required.
• Knowledge of autism and severe learning difficulties is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a specialist paediatric caseload within a school setting.
• Complete speech, language, and communication assessments.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans.

Skills

HCPC registration

Experience in paediatric speech and language therapy

Knowledge of autism

Knowledge of SLD

Knowledge of sensory impairments

Knowledge of complex communication needs

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Cpl UK Healthcare are currently recruiting for a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join an amazing SEN school in Leeds, supporting children and young people with complex additional needs.

Details

The role involves working within a specialist educational setting supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties (SLD), Down’s Syndrome, hearing and visual impairments, and autism. You will provide specialist assessment and intervention to support communication, interaction, and participation in learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage a specialist paediatric caseload within a school setting
• Complete speech, language, and communication assessments
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans
• Support pupils with complex communication and social interaction needs
• Work collaboratively with school staff, families, and the multidisciplinary team
• Contribute to EHCPs and educational outcomes
• Support use of AAC and alternative communication strategies where appropriate
• Maintain accurate clinical records and reports

Requirements

• HCPC registration
• Experience in paediatric speech and language therapy
• Knowledge of autism, SLD, sensory impairments, and complex communication needs
• Ability to work independently within educational settings
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Applying for roles

If you are interested in this position, please get in touch to discuss further opportunities.