Speech & Language Therapist - Band 5

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Speech & Language Therapist (SALT) to join a specialist provision in Poole, working across two school sites supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The setting provides a nurturing, creative and therapeutic learning environment where pupils are supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate clinician who wants to make a meaningful impact within a multidisciplinary team.

Location: Poole – Specialist SEN Provision (across two school sites)
Contract: Permanent, 42 weeks per year
Hours: 08:30–16:30
Salary: £31,000 – £37,800
Start: ASAP

As the Speech & Language Therapist, you will lead and deliver high‑quality SALT provision across both primary and secondary phases. You will assess pupils’ communication needs, design and implement therapy programmes, and work closely with teachers, therapy assistants and senior leaders to ensure pupils receive the support outlined in their EHCPs. This role involves working across two school sites, requiring strong organisation, communication and adaptability.

• Deliver specialist speech and language therapy across two school sites
• Provide individual, group, joint and multidisciplinary therapy sessions
• Develop bespoke SALT programmes for implementation by Therapy Assistants
• Lead and support a team of Therapy Assistants
• Provide communication targets for integration into pupils' IEPs
• Attend Annual Reviews, multidisciplinary meetings and staff training sessions
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation to a professional standard
• Deliver staff training on recognising and supporting SLCN
• Monitor progress and ensure EHCP outcomes are met
• Maintain HCPC registration and engage in ongoing CPD

• HCPC registration
• Degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech & Language Therapy
• Experience supporting children or young people, ideally within SEN or education
• Strong understanding of speech, language and communication needs
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

• Experience working with ASC, SEMH or learning disabilities
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support models
• Experience training staff in SALT approaches
• Experience supervising therapy assistants

If you're a committed Speech & Language Therapist looking to make a real difference in a specialist school environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your up‑to‑date CV.