Speech and Language Intervention Lead - Queensway School

Job Overview

Term time (plus 1 week) – 39 weeks.

We are seeking an articulate and proactive Speech and Language Lead to oversee the delivery of bespoke Speech and Language intervention programmes at our North/South Campus. This provision supports students with identified communication and interaction needs who may find it difficult to access the full curriculum and/or fully engage in school life. The role is part of a firm commitment to meet our students’ needs and involves collaboration with the SEND Specialist Team and Pastoral Team to provide an empathetic, nurturing approach.

• Oversee planning and delivery of bespoke speech and language intervention programmes in collaboration with the Senior SENDCo and Pastoral Lead.
• Ensure high‑quality, personalised provision for each student.
• Collaborate closely with the SEND Specialist Team and Pastoral Team.

• Experience supporting students with SEND, particularly communication and interaction challenges linked to anxiety.
• Relevant qualifications in this area are desirable but not essential.

Closing date for applications: Friday 26th June 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 1st July 2026

The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders working in regulated activity with children are required to have an enhanced DBS check (including a check on the children’s barred list).

References will be required for all shortlisted candidates, prior to interview. An online check will also be undertaken for shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. Short‑listed candidates will also be required to complete a criminal self‑disclosure declaration; posts that involve working in regulated activity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. It is a criminal offence for individuals on the barred list for children to apply for any post working with children.

For more information, refer to the MOJ guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, and the DBS filtering guide.

We are committed to equality and diversity and follow the Safer Recruitment practices as set out in the Statutory Guidance – Keeping Children Safe in Education. For more information regarding our school’s commitment to safeguarding, please see our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy available on our website.