Full job descriptionSpeech & Language Therapist*Annual Salary: £42,823 to £50,559
*Location: South-West London
*Job Type: Full-time, Term Time Plus 4 Weeks
Join an Outstanding Specialist College as rated by Ofsted in April 2025, offering life-changing learning opportunities to young people and adults with a range of special education needs and/or disabilities. We are seeking a dedicated Speech & Language Therapist who is passionate about working with individuals with learning disabilities in creative, functional, and person-centred ways.
Day-to-day of the role:*Utilise a person-centred approach to promote choice, independence, and inclusion, in line with key principles such as Valuing People (DOH 2002) and the Human Rights Act.
*Maintain and model the highest level of respect for students and their families, promoting human rights, dignity, and individual choices.
*Collaborate with external agencies to ensure smooth transitions for students’ communication and dietary needs.
*Assess students’ communication, eating, drinking, and learning environment needs using a range of formal and informal assessments.
*Manage clinical caseload independently, including the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
*Enable teaching and support staff to deliver the curriculum at an appropriate language and communication level through support plans, staff training, coaching, and class observations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:*Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
*Registration with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
*Eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
*Experience with individuals who have moderate to severe learning disabilities and Autism.
*Competence in areas of communication, including AAC, and eating and drinking.
*Experience working within an educational setting with a strong understanding of AAC.
Benefits:*Opportunities for progression within the trust.
*Enrolment in comprehensive pension schemes (LGPS or TPS) with life cover and financial protection for your family.
*Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Cycle Scheme, Employee Car Lease Scheme, and Home Electronics Scheme.
*Access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave.
*Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme, and Free Virtual GP Appointments.
*Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more).
*Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme.
To apply for this Speech & Language Therapist position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.