Speech and Language Therapist

Summary:

Join a Speech and Language Therapist role at a forward-thinking school dedicated to supporting autistic children and young adults.

About the School:

A school based in north London offers a supportive and inclusive environment for autistic pupils aged three to 19. It provides specialist, personalised education through a dedicated team of professionals and strong community partnerships.

The Opportunity:

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a vital role in supporting autistic children and young adults through tailored speech and language therapy. You will work within a trans-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality support across all levels of care, helping students reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert speech and language therapy advice and support to students across universal, targeted, and specialist tiers.
• Assess individual needs and set appropriate learning targets within your scope of practice.
• Collaborate with a trans-disciplinary team to plan and monitor student progress.
• Apply the latest research and evidence-based practices in your work.
• Manage a complex caseload, prioritising and delegating tasks effectively.
• Contribute to the development and adaptation of personalised learning programmes.
• Support students in achieving their communication and language goals.
• Work closely with parents, carers, and other professionals to ensure consistent support.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in speech and language therapy with autistic children and young adults.
• Strong clinical reasoning skills and the ability to set appropriate goals in complex cases.
• Knowledge of specialist speech and language therapy techniques and practices.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and prioritise effectively.
• Commitment to working within a trans-disciplinary team.

Preferred

• Experience with co-occurring conditions in autistic students.
• Background in using innovative and evidence-based approaches to therapy.
• Experience in developing and implementing individualised learning programmes.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with parents, carers, and other professionals.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous holiday allowance and professional development opportunities.
• Support for continuous learning and career growth.