Speech and Language Therapist (Band 5/6) - Hillingdon
£28,000 - £41,000 annually (actual)
Part-time or full-time
Permanent contract
ASAP start
Are you looking to be a part of a rapidly growing team where passion meets purpose. We are working alongside an independent special school catering to children and young people with Autism and severe learning difficulties who are looking to appoint a Band 5/6 Speech and Language Therapist. Following an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating, the school are now looking to expand their therapy team to meet the needs of their growing student body. If you are a newly qualified Therapist and looking to establish and grow your career in a supportive environment, purpose driven to aid the development of students with Autism, this may be the perfect position for you.
The role:
Due to school expansion, the school are seeking an enthusiastic Band 5/6 Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) to join their supportive multidisciplinary team. The role provides the opportunity to deliver high-quality therapy sessions while working closely with experienced colleagues.
- Be part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including a Lead Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
- Deliver hands-on therapy sessions supporting students with Autism and severe learning difficulties
- Work within a dynamic therapy model that combines classroom-based support and dedicated therapy sessions
- Play a pivotal role in upskilling school staff through coaching and training so communication strategies are embedded across the school day
- Support families through workshops and phone clinics to help develop communication at home
- Use a flexible approach combining direct therapy and consultative support to meet diverse pupil needs
The ideal candidate:
- Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- HCPC registration and RCSLT membership
- Experience working with children or young adults within a school setting with Autism and/or additional learning needs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience contributing to EHCPs or multidisciplinary reviews
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
The school:
- Independent specialist school in Hillingdon supporting students aged 5 to 11 years old with Autism and severe learning difficulties
- Outstanding Ofsted rated across all areas
- Provides a nurturing, supportive environment where pupils can thrive
- Maintains exceptional 1:2 staff to student ratios, ensuring highly individualised support
- Guided by a strong school ethos that underpins all aspects of school life
- Purpose-built, autism-friendly facilities designed to create a calm and supportive learning environment
What the school offer:
- Direct supervision and support from their Lead Speech and Language Therapist
- Opportunities to work from home throughout the academic year for admin-heavy tasks and reports
- Gain the opportunity to help shape the therapy provision as they look to expand over the next academic year
- Be a part of an exceptional environment with 1:2 staff ratios in a purpose-built, Autism-friendly facilities
Why work with Parker Smith Inclusion?
- PAYE only – no umbrella companies
- Specialist SEND recruitment agency you can trust
- 350+ five-star Google reviews from educators
- Roles across a wide range of SEND settings
- Full interview prep and ongoing support
- Free CPD to support your development
If you are interested in this Speech and Language Therapist position in Hillingdon, apply today or contact Mohammed at Parker Smith Inclusion.