Speech and Language Therapist

Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Term Time Only)

Location: Powys
Salary: £35,481 - £39,423 pro rata (equivalent to £45,000 - £50,000 FTE)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Term Time Only (41 weeks per year)

Orbis Education and Care is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to become part of our expanding therapy team, providing support across our specialist education settings in Powys
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This rewarding position offers the opportunity to work with children and young people with a range of additional learning and communication needs, including autism spectrum conditions, learning disabilities, sensory differences, and social, emotional and attachment-related challenges. As part of our collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in helping pupils develop the communication skills needed to thrive both in education and everyday life.

As a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language and communication assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Design and deliver tailored intervention programmes for individual pupils and groups.
• Support learners with communication and interaction difficulties, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), and eating and drinking challenges where appropriate.
• Work closely with education, care and therapeutic professionals to ensure communication strategies are embedded throughout the school environment.
• Provide expert advice, guidance and coaching to colleagues to enhance communication outcomes across the setting.
• Deliver training sessions for staff, families and carers, promoting consistency in communication approaches.
• Help create and maintain communication-friendly learning environments.
• Contribute to EHCP/IDP reviews, multidisciplinary planning meetings and wider therapy service developments.
• Champion best practice and evidence-based approaches to communication support.

We're looking for a dedicated Speech & Language Therapist who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

• Degree or Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Relevant post-qualification experience supporting autistic children and young people with complex needs.
• Strong knowledge of SEND frameworks and person-centred practice.
• Experience delivering training, mentoring, coaching or workforce development initiatives.
• Understanding of AAC, PECS, Makaton and Dysphagia, or a willingness to undertake further specialist training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and case management abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

At Orbis, we are committed to helping every child achieve their potential. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where therapists can develop professionally while making a meaningful impact every day.

Benefits include:

• Term Time Only working pattern (41 weeks per year)
• Competitive salary of £35,481 - £39,423 pro rata (£45,000 - £50,000 FTE equivalent)
• Regular clinical supervision and professional guidance
• Access to ongoing CPD and specialist training programmes
• Opportunities to work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team
• The chance to influence and develop therapeutic practice across our schools
• A fulfilling role where your expertise directly improves children's lives and future opportunities

£13.45 to £13.75 per hour dependent on qualifications and experience

£13.45 to £13.75 per hour (Dependent on Experience and Qualifications)