Speech and Language Therapist; SALT

Position: Speech and Language Therapist (SALT)
Location: Shepherd's Bush Green

Speech and Language Therapist (SALT)

To assess, diagnose, and deliver evidence-based speech, language, and communication interventions for children and young people within a school setting, supporting their access to learning, inclusion, and overall educational outcomes. The postholder will work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN teams, parents/carers, and external professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Therapeutic Practice

* Assess pupils’ speech, language, communication, and social interaction needs using formal and informal assessment tools

* Develop and deliver individual and group intervention programmes

* Write clear therapy plans, reports, and recommendations

* Monitor progress and adapt interventions accordingly

* Support pupils with a range of needs, including:

* Speech sound disorders

* Developmental language disorder (DLD)

* Autism spectrum condition (ASC)

* Social communication difficulties

* SEMH-related communication needs

Educational Support

* Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to embed SALT strategies into the classroom

* Contribute to EHCPs, annual reviews, and multi-agency meetings

* Provide advice and training to school staff and teaching assistants

* Support inclusive practice and access to the curriculum

Collaboration & Communication

Liaise with parents/carers to support carryover of strategies at home

Work collaboratively with educational psychologists, occupational therapists, and health professionals

Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders

Professional Practice

* Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional standards

* Ensure practice is compliant with safeguarding, GDPR, and school policies

* Engage in CPD, supervision, and reflective practice

* Contribute to service development and whole-school approaches to communication

Qualifications (Essential)

* Degree or postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy

* Registration with HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council)

* Membership of RCSLT (or willingness to join)

* Right to work in the UK

* Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)

Experience (Essential)

Experience working as a qualified SALT with children and young people

Experience delivering interventions in education or community settings

Knowledge of SEND legislation, including EHCP processes

Ability to work independently and manage a caseload

Experience (Desirable)

Experience working in school settings (mainstream or specialist)

Experience supporting pupils with ASC, SEMH, or complex needs

Experience delivering training to school staff

Experience contributing to whole-school communication strategies