Abingdon House School
Abingdon House School is an independent day school for children aged 5 19 with special educational needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and associated social communication profiles. We deliver a mainstream-style environment with a fully integrated programme of education, therapy, pastoral support, and personal development. You ll be joining a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff at Abingdon House School at the Prep School, this is made up of two OTs, two SaLTs, and one physiotherapist; at the Senior School, a team of three OTs, three SaLTs, and one physiotherapist. We are proud of our integrated, multidisciplinary approach At AHS, our holistic approach supports progress in academic studies, communication, independence and wellbeing. Every student follows a personalised pathway and benefits from therapeutic support throughout the day, delivered by a multidisciplinary team including teachers, therapists, and pastoral practitioners. We are proud to be an ISA-accredited and Google Reference School. Abingdon House is inspected by both CReSTeD and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), and we were recently awarded ISI s highest accolade, a significant strength , for our highly effective interdisciplinary practice and the successful integration of therapeutic approaches into our students learning. The role at a glance • This will be a full time role • You ll be at our Senior School campus, working with students aged 11-18 • You ll be based in Marylebone, Central London • You will be a key member of the middle leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Headteacher responsible for therapy and pastoral provision. You will lead the delivery of high-quality speech and language therapy services that support the school s integrated approach to education, therapy, and personal development. Sponsorship opportunities The Cavendish Sponsorship Programme We are able to sponsor talented, dedicated therapists from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and America through the Cavendish Sponsorship Programme. Once in a role, you will have the opportunity to upskill in a pathway suited to your professional interests. Within your visa, there will be scope to move into a new role at any one of our sites as you progress, if a suitable position becomes available. Key responsibilities The main aspects of this role are: • Support the strategic development of the school s SaLT provision and contribute to wider decision-making. • Line manage the SaLT team, including supervision, performance reviews, and professional development. • Oversee caseload allocation, workload planning, and therapy resources. • Deliver SaLT training and CPD to staff across the school. • Work collaboratively with therapy leads, SENCos and middle leaders to promote a multidisciplinary approach. • Build strong links with external agencies, commissioners, and professional networks. • Model evidence-based practice and encourage reflective practice within the team. • Provide direct speech and language therapy to students. • Plan, deliver, and evaluate therapeutic and educational programmes. • Develop and deliver the communication curriculum for whole-class sessions. • Set and monitor communication targets within pupils IEPs, working with parents and teaching staff. • Adapt resources and learning environments to improve access for students with communication needs. • Assess, record and report on pupil progress, including annual review contributions and intervention records. • Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, working in line with policies and supporting the DSL where required. • Contribute to wider school life, including clinical supervision, team meetings, whole-school events, and supporting therapist recruitment and induction. Person specifications We re looking for an experienced and compassionate speech & language therapist to join our school. You ll be able to show these essential skills and requisite experience: • Qualified band 7 speech & language therapist • HCPC registration • Demonstrated experience working with children with SEN/SpLD in an education setting • IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks • Strong knowledge of speech, language, and communication needs, with the ability to develop and implement tailored, evidence-based interventions • Experience in leading, supervising, and developing a therapy team, including providing CPD and support for professional growth • Knowledge of relevant risk management, health and safety, and child protection practices • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to lead service evaluation, implement improvements, and ensure interventions are aligned with research and best practice • Experience liaising with external agencies, professional networks, and commissioners to support school-based provision What are the perks? • Access to a full CPD programme career progression opportunities • 13 weeks of holiday per year, plus two term-time personal leave days • Flexible working opportunities, with weekly PPA that can be taken remotely • Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast twice per week when on-site • A great employee assistance programme with access to wellbeing support advice • Cycle-to-work scheme • Competitive salary pensions contributions Role details & how to apply Start date: January 2026 Salary : Band 7 range, £47,810 to £54,710 depending on experience Working schedule: 37 weeks per year (term time only), five days per week. Applications close on 16th December 2025. If you require sponsorship, please indicate this in your application. Type: In-person role with the option to work remotely for your allocated PPA hours You may have experience of the following: Speech and Language Therapist, SaLT Lead / Speech Therapy Lead, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist, Communication Therapy Lead, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Specialist, etc. REF-
Abingdon House School is an independent day school for children aged 5 19 with special educational needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and associated social communication profiles. We deliver a mainstream-style environment with a fully integrated programme of education, therapy, pastoral support, and personal development. You ll be joining a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff at Abingdon House School at the Prep School, this is made up of two OTs, two SaLTs, and one physiotherapist; at the Senior School, a team of three OTs, three SaLTs, and one physiotherapist. We are proud of our integrated, multidisciplinary approach At AHS, our holistic approach supports progress in academic studies, communication, independence and wellbeing. Every student follows a personalised pathway and benefits from therapeutic support throughout the day, delivered by a multidisciplinary team including teachers, therapists, and pastoral practitioners. We are proud to be an ISA-accredited and Google Reference School. Abingdon House is inspected by both CReSTeD and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), and we were recently awarded ISI s highest accolade, a significant strength , for our highly effective interdisciplinary practice and the successful integration of therapeutic approaches into our students learning. The role at a glance • This will be a full time role • You ll be at our Senior School campus, working with students aged 11-18 • You ll be based in Marylebone, Central London • You will be a key member of the middle leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Headteacher responsible for therapy and pastoral provision. You will lead the delivery of high-quality speech and language therapy services that support the school s integrated approach to education, therapy, and personal development. Sponsorship opportunities The Cavendish Sponsorship Programme We are able to sponsor talented, dedicated therapists from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and America through the Cavendish Sponsorship Programme. Once in a role, you will have the opportunity to upskill in a pathway suited to your professional interests. Within your visa, there will be scope to move into a new role at any one of our sites as you progress, if a suitable position becomes available. Key responsibilities The main aspects of this role are: • Support the strategic development of the school s SaLT provision and contribute to wider decision-making. • Line manage the SaLT team, including supervision, performance reviews, and professional development. • Oversee caseload allocation, workload planning, and therapy resources. • Deliver SaLT training and CPD to staff across the school. • Work collaboratively with therapy leads, SENCos and middle leaders to promote a multidisciplinary approach. • Build strong links with external agencies, commissioners, and professional networks. • Model evidence-based practice and encourage reflective practice within the team. • Provide direct speech and language therapy to students. • Plan, deliver, and evaluate therapeutic and educational programmes. • Develop and deliver the communication curriculum for whole-class sessions. • Set and monitor communication targets within pupils IEPs, working with parents and teaching staff. • Adapt resources and learning environments to improve access for students with communication needs. • Assess, record and report on pupil progress, including annual review contributions and intervention records. • Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, working in line with policies and supporting the DSL where required. • Contribute to wider school life, including clinical supervision, team meetings, whole-school events, and supporting therapist recruitment and induction. Person specifications We re looking for an experienced and compassionate speech & language therapist to join our school. You ll be able to show these essential skills and requisite experience: • Qualified band 7 speech & language therapist • HCPC registration • Demonstrated experience working with children with SEN/SpLD in an education setting • IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks • Strong knowledge of speech, language, and communication needs, with the ability to develop and implement tailored, evidence-based interventions • Experience in leading, supervising, and developing a therapy team, including providing CPD and support for professional growth • Knowledge of relevant risk management, health and safety, and child protection practices • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to lead service evaluation, implement improvements, and ensure interventions are aligned with research and best practice • Experience liaising with external agencies, professional networks, and commissioners to support school-based provision What are the perks? • Access to a full CPD programme career progression opportunities • 13 weeks of holiday per year, plus two term-time personal leave days • Flexible working opportunities, with weekly PPA that can be taken remotely • Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast twice per week when on-site • A great employee assistance programme with access to wellbeing support advice • Cycle-to-work scheme • Competitive salary pensions contributions Role details & how to apply Start date: January 2026 Salary : Band 7 range, £47,810 to £54,710 depending on experience Working schedule: 37 weeks per year (term time only), five days per week. Applications close on 16th December 2025. If you require sponsorship, please indicate this in your application. Type: In-person role with the option to work remotely for your allocated PPA hours You may have experience of the following: Speech and Language Therapist, SaLT Lead / Speech Therapy Lead, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist, Communication Therapy Lead, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Specialist, etc. REF-
HARRIS PRIMARY ACADEMY CHAFFORD HUNDRED
Grays, Essex
About Us We are a 3 form entry primary school from Reception to Year 6, which also includes a 52 place Nursery. Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred (HPACH) is a successful academy that was judged outstanding in every category in our March 2025 Ofsted inspection. We are a sister school to Harris Primary Academy Mayflower and Harris Academy Chafford Hundred, along with the other Academies in the Harris Federation. We work very closely together and share the very best practice and leadership knowledge and capacity to make the education we offer outstanding. Our shared belief is that children thrive when they feel consistently happy and safe at school and our commitment to excellence is encapsulated in our vision statement: "Excellence, Every child, Every day." Our Core values of: Community, Resilience, Respect, Responsibility and Kindness underpin everything that happens at Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred. They are our foundations and we have a clear expectation that all adults, as well as children and staff, model and respect these values both inside and outside the academy. Our team are committed to every child, and aim to develop confident and creative learners who leave the academy ready for secondary and the world ahead of them. We proudly celebrate our children's diversity and achievements, from both school and at home. Whether they are learning English and Maths, Latin or Mandarin, competing in sports, or discussing their dream occupations, we do whatever it takes to ensure our pupils gain the confidence to aspire and flourish in life. At HPACH, we work tirelessly to make sure that every child comes to recognise their own potential. As a result of the exceptional practice at our academy every single day, our children achieve outstanding outcomes each year and we are incredibly proud of them. Alongside academic achievement, we want our academy to be a safe and caring space for children who are excited and happy to come to school every day to learn, grow and develop. We offer many opportunities for our parents and the local community to share in our students learning and encourage our parents to attend academy events. Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) and Sports Coach. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring a specialism in Sports to enriching our curriculum and inspiring pupils through creative and engaging learning experiences. The actual salary for this role will be £27,354.43-£28,575.22 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). We will also consider applications for four days per week (actual salary £21,883.54-£22,860.18). This role is initially offered as a fixed-term contract, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role for the right candidate after 12 months. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Teaching primary-age children, including those with SEN, the PE curriculum, including dance and gymnastics Planning, preparing, delivering and assessing a range of CPD lessons, PPA cover, extra-curricular club sessions and other related programmes, all designed to enhance the school's PE and Sporting culture Ensuring all equipment associated with the PE session is correctly set up, maintained, stored and returned on completion of the PE session Establishing constructive relationships and communicating with external agencies as required Leading agreed enrichment activities Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths - Grade C or above UKCC Level 2 Qualified (or higher) in any sport or appropriate equivalent qualification HLTA qualification Experience of delivering sport coaching sessions to young people aged between 5 and 11 in a school environment Knowledge of the PE National Curriculum and ability to deliver the curriculum through sport The ability to encourage and inspire young people through sport For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
About Us We are a 3 form entry primary school from Reception to Year 6, which also includes a 52 place Nursery. Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred (HPACH) is a successful academy that was judged outstanding in every category in our March 2025 Ofsted inspection. We are a sister school to Harris Primary Academy Mayflower and Harris Academy Chafford Hundred, along with the other Academies in the Harris Federation. We work very closely together and share the very best practice and leadership knowledge and capacity to make the education we offer outstanding. Our shared belief is that children thrive when they feel consistently happy and safe at school and our commitment to excellence is encapsulated in our vision statement: "Excellence, Every child, Every day." Our Core values of: Community, Resilience, Respect, Responsibility and Kindness underpin everything that happens at Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred. They are our foundations and we have a clear expectation that all adults, as well as children and staff, model and respect these values both inside and outside the academy. Our team are committed to every child, and aim to develop confident and creative learners who leave the academy ready for secondary and the world ahead of them. We proudly celebrate our children's diversity and achievements, from both school and at home. Whether they are learning English and Maths, Latin or Mandarin, competing in sports, or discussing their dream occupations, we do whatever it takes to ensure our pupils gain the confidence to aspire and flourish in life. At HPACH, we work tirelessly to make sure that every child comes to recognise their own potential. As a result of the exceptional practice at our academy every single day, our children achieve outstanding outcomes each year and we are incredibly proud of them. Alongside academic achievement, we want our academy to be a safe and caring space for children who are excited and happy to come to school every day to learn, grow and develop. We offer many opportunities for our parents and the local community to share in our students learning and encourage our parents to attend academy events. Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) and Sports Coach. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring a specialism in Sports to enriching our curriculum and inspiring pupils through creative and engaging learning experiences. The actual salary for this role will be £27,354.43-£28,575.22 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). We will also consider applications for four days per week (actual salary £21,883.54-£22,860.18). This role is initially offered as a fixed-term contract, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role for the right candidate after 12 months. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Teaching primary-age children, including those with SEN, the PE curriculum, including dance and gymnastics Planning, preparing, delivering and assessing a range of CPD lessons, PPA cover, extra-curricular club sessions and other related programmes, all designed to enhance the school's PE and Sporting culture Ensuring all equipment associated with the PE session is correctly set up, maintained, stored and returned on completion of the PE session Establishing constructive relationships and communicating with external agencies as required Leading agreed enrichment activities Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths - Grade C or above UKCC Level 2 Qualified (or higher) in any sport or appropriate equivalent qualification HLTA qualification Experience of delivering sport coaching sessions to young people aged between 5 and 11 in a school environment Knowledge of the PE National Curriculum and ability to deliver the curriculum through sport The ability to encourage and inspire young people through sport For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
