Speech and Language Therapist; Band 5

Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) – Twickenham

Full Time Position | September 2026

Location:

Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames

Salary:
Band 5-6, dependent on experience

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist SEN school in Twickenham. Serving both primary and secondary-aged pupils, this is a school where every member of staff plays a vital role in transforming the lives of young people with complex and diverse needs.

This is a genuinely rewarding position for a SaLT who wants to work in a specialist environment where their skills are valued, their caseload is meaningful and their contribution makes a real difference every single day.

• Plan and deliver engaging whole‑class speech and language sessions across primary and secondary SEN settings
• Carry out detailed assessments of pupils' communication, language and interaction needs
• Write clear, accurate, and pupil-centred reports to inform EHCP reviews, progress tracking and wider MDT planning
• Deliver specialist 1:1 interventions where appropriate, tailored to individual pupil profiles and targets
• Collaborate closely with teachers, SENCOs, teaching assistants and external professionals
• Provide guidance and training to school staff to embed communication strategies across the curriculum
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records in line with professional and school standards
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school‑specific policies at all times

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration (essential)
• Experience working with children and young people with SEND, including complex communication needs
• Confident in delivering both group/whole‑class sessions and specialist 1:1 interventions
• Strong assessment and report writing skills
• Experience working within an educational or SEN setting (desirable)
• Collaborative, patient and pupil‑focused approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well being of all pupils

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with former employers and Disclosure and Barring Checks.