Speech & Language Therapist

Location: London
School: (Specialist Primary & Secondary Provision)
Salary: NHS Band 5 (Scale 1) – Competitive, in line with NHS pay scales
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | Term Time Only

Are you a newly qualified Speech & Language Therapist ready to begin your career in a supportive SEN environment? Or an experienced SALT looking for a fresh challenge within a well-resourced specialist school?

KPI Education are delighted to be working with a SEN School, a forward-thinking specialist provision in London, to appoint a passionate and committed Speech & Language Therapist to join their expanding multidisciplinary team.

About the School

This SEN School supports pupils aged 5–16 with a range of complex needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs, speech and language difficulties, and associated learning needs.

The school operates a truly collaborative model, bringing together teachers, therapists, pastoral teams and external professionals to ensure every pupil receives tailored, holistic support.

The Role

As the school’s Speech & Language Therapist, you will play a central role in supporting pupils’ communication development and enabling access to learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting speech, language and communication assessments
• Designing and delivering individual and small-group interventions
• Writing and reviewing EHCP reports and contributing to annual reviews
• Working closely with teaching staff to embed communication strategies across the curriculum
• Training and supporting staff in implementing SALT-informed approaches
• Liaising with families, external agencies and Local Authorities
• Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with HCPC and professional standards

You will have your own dedicated therapy space and the autonomy to shape interventions, while benefiting from a supportive senior leadership team who understand the importance of integrated therapeutic provision.

Who This Role Would Suit

Newly Qualified SALTs:

• Structured induction and mentoring available
• Support with completing competencies and professional development goals
• Opportunity to build experience within a diverse SEN setting

Experienced SALTs:

• Opportunity to lead on whole-school communication strategies
• Scope to supervise assistants or junior therapists (where applicable)
• Ability to contribute to service development within a growing provision

Person Specification

• HCPC registered Speech & Language Therapist (or registration pending for NQTs)
• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy
• Experience or placement experience within SEN settings desirable
• Understanding of Autism, SEMH and communication disorders
• Strong report writing and assessment skills
• Passion for improving outcomes for children with complex needs

Why Apply?

• NHS Band 5 (Scale 1) salary – competitive and structured progression
• Term-time only working pattern
• Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a tangible, long-term difference in pupils’ lives

This SEN school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

If you are a motivated Speech & Language Therapist looking to develop your career within a progressive London SEN school, apply today or contact Ryan at KPI Education for a confidential discussion.

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