Speech and Language Therapist

Speech & Language Therapist
Location: Hounslow
Contract: Permanent (Term Time + 2 Weeks)
Salary: Equivalent to NHS HCAS Inner Bands 5 (£37,259) -7 (£63,176) depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Commutable From: Richmond, Hounslow, Ealing, Kingston, Feltham, Twickenham, Staines

The Opportunity:
Long Term Futures are seeking a passionate and experienced Speech & Language Therapist to join a well-established specialist provision supporting pupils aged 11-25 with a wide range of complex learning needs.

The college provides highly personalised education through three specialist pathways focused on Vocational Learning, Life & Living Skills, and Engagement for Life. Students present with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and complex communication needs.

Working alongside the Head of Therapy, you will play a key role in delivering and developing an on-site Speech & Language Therapy service, helping students develop communication, independence, and functional life skills to maximise their outcomes beyond education.

Your Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver individual and group Speech & Language Therapy interventions tailored to student needs
* Complete specialist communication assessments and contribute to EHCP reviews
* Develop personalised communication programmes and therapy targets
* Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families, and external professionals
* Support students using a variety of communication methods, including AAC where appropriate
* Provide guidance and training to staff to embed communication strategies throughout the curriculum
* Support students with dysphagia awareness and appropriately refer to specialist services where required
* Maintain accurate clinical records, reports, and professional documentation

Requirements:
* Degree in Speech & Language Therapy with HCPC registration and membership of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT)
* Minimum 2 years' experience working within a specialist school or college setting
* Experience supporting young people with Autism (ASC), SLD, PMLD, and complex communication needs
* Basic understanding of dysphagia and appropriate referral pathways
* Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills
* Passion for person-centred, multidisciplinary working
* Commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for young adults with additional needs

Why Long Term Futures?
* A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the recruitment process
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD opportunities
* Opportunity to work within a highly experienced multidisciplinary therapy team
* Access to excellent staff wellbeing initiatives and employee benefits
* Long-term career progression within a respected specialist education provider

What's Next?
* Apply with your updated CV
* Have an introductory call with our team
* Get matched with the right specialist college
* Attend an interview and site visit
* Start your new role with continued support from us

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Please submit your application via the application page.
All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.
Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.