Paediatric Special School Speech and Language Therapist

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and support children and young people with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Design and deliver individualised therapy programmes tailored to each pupil’s needs
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, families, and the wider multi-disciplinary team
• Provide advice, strategies, and training to school staff to support communication across the curriculum
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records
• Contribute to reviews, EHCP processes, and multi-disciplinary meetings
• Offer clinical leadership, mentoring, and supervision to junior colleagues (Band 7 applicants)

Requirements

• Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Experience working with children or young people with complex needs
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

About the Company

Pulse is a specialist recruitment agency with consultants who understand the Speech and Language Therapy profession, dedicated to finding roles that align with your experience, goals, and values.