Speech & Language Therapist

Speech & Language Therapist

Permanent | Full-Time | Specialist SEND School

We are recruiting a permanent Speech & Language Therapist to join a well-established multidisciplinary team within a specialist SEND school supporting pupils with complex communication and developmental needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Speech & Language Therapist seeking stability, professional respect, and the chance to work collaboratively within education rather than peripatetic services.

The Role

As a Speech & Language Therapist, you will:

• Assess and support pupils with speech, language, communication, and interaction needs
• Work with pupils with Autism, SLD, PMLD, and complex learning profiles
• Develop and deliver individualised therapy programmes
• Support AAC and alternative communication strategies
• Work closely with teaching staff, support staff, and families
• Contribute to EHCP targets and annual reviews
• Be part of a wider multidisciplinary team including education and care professionals

The role allows for integrated therapy within the school day, supporting consistency and real-world application.

Who This Role Is For

This position is ideal for a Speech & Language Therapist who:

• Is HCPC registered
• Has experience working within SEND, Autism, or learning disability settings
• Is confident supporting pupils with complex and non-verbal communication needs
• Enjoys collaborative working in an education-based environment
• Is reflective, adaptable, and pupil-centred in their practice

Newly qualified therapists with relevant placement experience are welcome to apply, as are experienced clinicians.

Requirements

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy qualification
• HCPC registration
• Ability to commit to a permanent, salaried position
• 2 years of professional references

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to work permanently within a high-quality SEND school that values therapeutic input as essential, not additional. The school invests in training, supervision, and professional development, offering a supportive environment where therapists can genuinely make long-term impact.

About Tara

We provide a dedicated and committed service to candidates, supporting teachers and support staff in their search for suitable & regular work and excellent Teacher Referral Bonuses. Tara Professional Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and encourages applications from all interested parties.

All applicants will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit. 

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and work diligently to help raise the standards of education within our schools.
Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.