Speech and Language Therapist
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West Drayton
Speech and Language Therapist (Band 5/6) – HCPC Registered Location: West Drayton, UB7Contract Type: Permanent / Flexible WorkingHours: Part-Time or Full-TimeSalary: £28,945 – £40,904 per annum (actual) – open to discussion based on experience and current salaryStart Date: April 2026 About the Role We are seeking a passionate and proactive Speech and Language Therapist (Band 5/6) to join our dedicated multidisciplinary team in a specialist independent day school in West Drayton. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated clinician with a genuine interest in supporting children aged 5–11 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). You will play a key role in developing pupils’ communication, sensory, and functional skills, enabling them to access meaningful learning both within school and in the wider community. Key Responsibilities * Manage a varied caseload of pupils with ASD and SLD * Deliver comprehensive communication and functional language assessments and interventions * Support pupils with Speech, Communication and Language Needs (SCLN) * Produce high-quality clinical reports for statutory Annual Reviews and EHCP processes * Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (including Occupational Therapists, teachers and support assistants) * Embed therapy goals into the daily curriculum through a whole-school approach * Lead workshops and provide coaching to upskill staff in specialist communication strategies * Support and empower families with practical tools to promote communication at home * Contribute to maintaining an inclusive, communication-rich environment Who We’re Looking For The successful candidate will be: * Experienced in working within a school or specialist setting * Empathetic, enthusiastic and committed to improving outcomes for autistic children and young people with severe learning difficulties * A creative and adaptable clinician able to tailor interventions to diverse needs * An excellent communicator who builds strong relationships with pupils, families, and professionals * Flexible and resilient, comfortable working independently and collaboratively * Fully aligned with a “Safe, Happy, Learning” ethos and a holistic approach to child development Essential Requirements * Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy * Current HCPC registration and RCSLT membership * Current membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) * Experience supporting children and/or young people with autism, severe learning difficulties or additional needs in education, health or social care * Strong understanding of Total Communication approaches and AAC strategies * Experience contributing to EHCPs and multidisciplinary reviews * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children If you are a committed HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist with RCSLT membership looking to work in a specialist setting where you can make a genuine impact, we would love to hear from you.