Speech Language Specialist

Co-op Academies Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Co-op Academies Trust is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to transform outcomes for children with SEND across our regional networks in the North. You will work with school staff, SENCOs, and external partners to build capacity and create communication-friendly environments.

You will deliver assessments, plan interventions, and provide training while contributing to EHCPs and collaborating with NHS services. The role supports professional development and CPD within a values-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy with HCPC registration.
• Experience in inclusive educational settings with SEND.
• Proficiency in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC).
• Ability to produce high-quality clinical reports and assessments.
• Strong collaborative work with SENCOs and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver SLT assessments and interventions for pupils with complex needs.
• Embed speech and language strategies across the curriculum with staff.
• Design and deliver training/workshops for school staff, parents, carers.
• Collaborate with NHS SLT provisions to maximise support across academies.
• Contribute to EHCPs and maintain records per HCPC/RCSLT standards.

Skills

Collaborative skills

AAC expertise

Clinical reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in SLT

HCPC registration

Job description

Location: Central role assigned to academies in Manchester, Stoke & the Wirral

Salary: NJC SCP 40-46

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time or 0.8FTE. Term-time only plus 10 days

Make a Real Difference Where It Matters Most

Are you a passionate Speech and Language Therapist looking to transform outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?

At Co-op Academies Trust, we are looking for dedicated, forward-thinking Speech and Language Therapists to join our collaborative regional networks. Many of our schools serve areas facing high levels of deprivation across the North of England. In this unique role, you won’t just manage a caseload; you will work alongside school staff, SENCOs, and external partners to build long-term capacity, upskill teaching teams, and create truly communication-friendly environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group speech, language, and communication assessments and evidence-based interventions for pupils with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and sensory processing needs.
• Work closely with school SENCOs, teachers, and support staff to embed practical speech and language strategies across the wider curriculum.
• Design and deliver high-quality training and practical workshops for school staff, parents, and carers.
• Collaborate alongside existing NHS Speech and Language Therapy provisions to maximise support capacity across our primary and secondary academies.
• Contribute to Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), maintaining thorough records in accordance with HCPC and RCSLT standards.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: Recognised Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and active registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience: Proven experience working in inclusive educational settings with young people with SEND and complex learning or communication needs.
• Skills: Strong collaborative skills, expertise in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC), ability to produce high-quality clinical reports, and a passion for empowering school staff.
• Values: A clear commitment to co-operative principles, inclusion, equal opportunities, and public service.

Why Choose Co-op Academies Trust?

• Values-Driven Culture: Guided by our Ways of Being Co-op (Do what matters most, Be yourself always, Show you care, Succeed together), we place ethics, equity, and community at the heart of everything we do.
• Dedicated Supervision & Professional Growth: Access clinical supervision, peer support networks, and ongoing continuous professional development (CPD).
• Competitive Employee Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, Co-op staff discounts, and access to a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits.