£27,251 - £29,601 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Lavender Lodge School. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18 th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement . Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As a Therapies Assistant you will work under the direct supervision of the onsite Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist. You'll support the running of one-to-one and small group interventions and gather the required information for high quality assessments. Working as part of the team around the child, you'll also liaise with parents, carers, colleagues and partner agencies to support the best outcomes and environment for our children and young people. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Here's what we'll need from you: At least 5 GCSEs (including English) You'll have worked with children and young people with SEMH and/or SEN in similar or other roles Have a good understanding of safeguarding rules and practice. A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
£27,251 - £29,601 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Lavender Lodge School. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18 th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience 'a life changing love of learning.' We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement . Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As a Therapies Assistant you will work under the direct supervision of the onsite Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist. You'll support the running of one-to-one and small group interventions and gather the required information for high quality assessments. Working as part of the team around the child, you'll also liaise with parents, carers, colleagues and partner agencies to support the best outcomes and environment for our children and young people. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Here's what we'll need from you: At least 5 GCSEs (including English) You'll have worked with children and young people with SEMH and/or SEN in similar or other roles Have a good understanding of safeguarding rules and practice. A 'can do' attitude - a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Camberley We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Camberley. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Camberley, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Camberley Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Camberley £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Camberley We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Camberley. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Camberley, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Camberley Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Camberley £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate. JBRP1_UKTJ
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Virginia Water We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Virginia Water. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Virginia Water, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Virginia Water Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Virginia Water £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Virginia Water We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Virginia Water. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Virginia Water, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Virginia Water Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Virginia Water £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Guildford We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Guildford. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Guildford, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Guildford Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Guildford £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Guildford We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Guildford. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Guildford, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Guildford Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Guildford £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
SENDCO 37 hours per week 8:30am 5pm, 52 Weeks per year £37076.40 (BRK35) Our client is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. They are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping their learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers. If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, they'd love to hear from you. They are an established provider of good quality college and school courses for young people and adults with learning difficulties and emotional/behavioural difficulties. Their full-time courses are designed with their learners in mind, using a range of qualifications. Their school links programme offers learners the opportunity to try a range of vocational courses and aids transition into college. The SENDCO will be responsible for overseeing and managing the support provided to students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Their primary purpose, to ensure these students can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. This will involve a range of duties, including identifying students' needs, coordinating with external agencies and support staff, creating and implementing individual support plans, and ensuring the college complies with relevant SEND legislation and policies. The SENDCO acts as a key point of contact for students, parents, and staff, advocating for students' needs and promoting a culture of inclusivity and accessibility within the college. The SENDCO will line manage a team of staff focused on high needs support. This will include management of the Neuropod Mentors and overseeing the development of the provision as it grows, moving in to their new Building, part of the exciting college new buildings development. They will line manage the Exams access Arrangements Coordinator to ensure appropriate support for all learners during assessment. The SENDCO will work with college curriculum and support services teams to enable the support and resulting retention and achievement of SEND learners. This job role is full-time 40 weeks, based at Weybridge site but travelling to Ashford as needed, it is not suitable for home-working. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and Implement SEND Strategy and Policy: Be responsible for creating and overseeing the implementation of their overall strategy and policies related to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This includes ensuring their practices are in line with national and local policies and cascading updates. Identify and Assess Student Needs: This involves a four-part cycle of assessment to identify students with SEN. The SENDCO carries out observations, meets with students, teachers, and parents/guardians to understand individual needs, and classifies different learning difficulties and disabilities. Provide Equity and Individualised Support: To ensure that each student with SEND receives equitable support tailored to their specific, individual needs. This will include creating EHCP plans with social and academic targets. Coordinate Support and Liaise with Agencies: To work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals and external agencies, including teachers, college leadership, parents, and external stakeholders like psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists to provide comprehensive support. Support and Train College Staff: A key duty is to provide advice, guidance, and training to classroom teachers on how to effectively support students with SEN. Develop and Manage Resources: The SENDCO is responsible for developing learning resources to aid in students' development, which may include sensory and visual resources to improve fine motor skills. They also manage and advise on their budget and resources allocated for SEN provision.l Analyse Data and Develop Interventions: To involve looking at school, local, and national data related to students with SEND to identify trends and needs. Based on this analysis, the SENDCO will develop appropriate strategies and interventions to address these needs. Our client is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. They are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates maybe subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, they do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references. Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at their organisation, have no authority to enter an arrangement. They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that previous applicants need not apply . Recruitment agencies engaging with them will be on their PSL. REF-
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
SENDCO 37 hours per week 8:30am 5pm, 52 Weeks per year £37076.40 (BRK35) Our client is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. They are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping their learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers. If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, they'd love to hear from you. They are an established provider of good quality college and school courses for young people and adults with learning difficulties and emotional/behavioural difficulties. Their full-time courses are designed with their learners in mind, using a range of qualifications. Their school links programme offers learners the opportunity to try a range of vocational courses and aids transition into college. The SENDCO will be responsible for overseeing and managing the support provided to students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Their primary purpose, to ensure these students can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. This will involve a range of duties, including identifying students' needs, coordinating with external agencies and support staff, creating and implementing individual support plans, and ensuring the college complies with relevant SEND legislation and policies. The SENDCO acts as a key point of contact for students, parents, and staff, advocating for students' needs and promoting a culture of inclusivity and accessibility within the college. The SENDCO will line manage a team of staff focused on high needs support. This will include management of the Neuropod Mentors and overseeing the development of the provision as it grows, moving in to their new Building, part of the exciting college new buildings development. They will line manage the Exams access Arrangements Coordinator to ensure appropriate support for all learners during assessment. The SENDCO will work with college curriculum and support services teams to enable the support and resulting retention and achievement of SEND learners. This job role is full-time 40 weeks, based at Weybridge site but travelling to Ashford as needed, it is not suitable for home-working. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and Implement SEND Strategy and Policy: Be responsible for creating and overseeing the implementation of their overall strategy and policies related to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This includes ensuring their practices are in line with national and local policies and cascading updates. Identify and Assess Student Needs: This involves a four-part cycle of assessment to identify students with SEN. The SENDCO carries out observations, meets with students, teachers, and parents/guardians to understand individual needs, and classifies different learning difficulties and disabilities. Provide Equity and Individualised Support: To ensure that each student with SEND receives equitable support tailored to their specific, individual needs. This will include creating EHCP plans with social and academic targets. Coordinate Support and Liaise with Agencies: To work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals and external agencies, including teachers, college leadership, parents, and external stakeholders like psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists to provide comprehensive support. Support and Train College Staff: A key duty is to provide advice, guidance, and training to classroom teachers on how to effectively support students with SEN. Develop and Manage Resources: The SENDCO is responsible for developing learning resources to aid in students' development, which may include sensory and visual resources to improve fine motor skills. They also manage and advise on their budget and resources allocated for SEN provision.l Analyse Data and Develop Interventions: To involve looking at school, local, and national data related to students with SEND to identify trends and needs. Based on this analysis, the SENDCO will develop appropriate strategies and interventions to address these needs. Our client is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. They are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates maybe subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, they do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references. Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at their organisation, have no authority to enter an arrangement. They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that previous applicants need not apply . Recruitment agencies engaging with them will be on their PSL. REF-
Are you a Qualified Teacher looking for an exciting and rewarding new challenge in SEN education? Would you enjoy playing an integral part of the team responsible for designing and shaping our schools curriculum? Does the opportunity to complete fully funded training and research in behaviour science driven teaching appeal to you? Would you like a better work life balance with less marking or planning? If Yes Jigsaw School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted for autistic children aged 4-19 could have the teaching role youre looking for! Salary:From £34,398 per annum plus a £1000 Joining Bonus Contract terms:Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45am-4:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am-5:30pm, Friday 8:45am-4:30pmTerm time Only As part of the Qualified Teaching team, you will support our autistic pupils using instruction based on behaviour analysis and positive reinforcement techniques to accelerate learning. Working within small class groups or on a 1:1 basis, you will use specialised support plans to help pupils meet their individual needs and achieve their full potential. You will also be responsible for designing, planning and delivering the wider school curriculum and special events that encourage development, enhance learning and provides unique opportunities to our pupils Benefits of a Teaching Role at Jigsaw School £1000 joining bonus A rewarding role with a good work life balance The opportunity to use your teaching experience to shape an individualised and engaging crriculum Accelerated career advancement opportunities. (This role will Including progression to the role of Lead Teacher (QTS) on successful completion of the 12-week probationary period) Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists allowing a holistic approach to pupil development Excellent staff wellbeing and support facilities Free Parking or Transport to and from Central Guildford Training & Development Opportunities A range of fully funded training pathways including behaviour analysis specific qualifications such as CABAS Teaching Ranks, Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT), Board Certified Behaviour Analysis certification (BCBA), UK Society for Behaviour Analysis certification UKBA (cert) and a Masters in High Incidence & Disabilities (worth up to £13,000) Responsibilities of the role Class Teaching Provide support and teaching based on behaviour analysis to autistic pupils Collect, record and analyse data to monitor progress and develop support plans Interact and participate with the pupils in the development of skills that support their social and emotional development Lead and take part in educational visits and off-site activities with pupils (during school hours) Qualified Teaching Team Contribute to the design of an engaging school curriculum, providing differentiated long, medium and short-term plans Plan and deliver school-wide curriculum activities such as topic lessons and themed event/weeks Oversee the implementation and evaluations of wider school curriculum plan Support the delivery of life skills programmes and entry level qualifications for students, including assessments, recording evidence and internal moderation Contribute to team meetings and the schools newsletter To be successful in this role you will need: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teaching & Learning Status (QTLS) Candidate (For Early Careers Teachers (ECTs) - A minimum of 1 year of the supported induction process to have been completed in a mainstream setting) Teaching experience within the UK school system and an understanding of the National Curriculum in England An interest in and/or experience of working in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Confident working with children who exhibit behaviours that challenge and supporting others with personal/intimate care where required Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with all stakeholders An understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people The ability to perform tasks of a physical nature (often demanding) including twisting and stooping and working at a lower height A commitment to Jigsaws ongoing training and professional development programme Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion A positive, can-do attitude We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Are you a Qualified Teacher looking for an exciting and rewarding new challenge in SEN education? Would you enjoy playing an integral part of the team responsible for designing and shaping our schools curriculum? Does the opportunity to complete fully funded training and research in behaviour science driven teaching appeal to you? Would you like a better work life balance with less marking or planning? If Yes Jigsaw School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted for autistic children aged 4-19 could have the teaching role youre looking for! Salary:From £34,398 per annum plus a £1000 Joining Bonus Contract terms:Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45am-4:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am-5:30pm, Friday 8:45am-4:30pmTerm time Only As part of the Qualified Teaching team, you will support our autistic pupils using instruction based on behaviour analysis and positive reinforcement techniques to accelerate learning. Working within small class groups or on a 1:1 basis, you will use specialised support plans to help pupils meet their individual needs and achieve their full potential. You will also be responsible for designing, planning and delivering the wider school curriculum and special events that encourage development, enhance learning and provides unique opportunities to our pupils Benefits of a Teaching Role at Jigsaw School £1000 joining bonus A rewarding role with a good work life balance The opportunity to use your teaching experience to shape an individualised and engaging crriculum Accelerated career advancement opportunities. (This role will Including progression to the role of Lead Teacher (QTS) on successful completion of the 12-week probationary period) Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists allowing a holistic approach to pupil development Excellent staff wellbeing and support facilities Free Parking or Transport to and from Central Guildford Training & Development Opportunities A range of fully funded training pathways including behaviour analysis specific qualifications such as CABAS Teaching Ranks, Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT), Board Certified Behaviour Analysis certification (BCBA), UK Society for Behaviour Analysis certification UKBA (cert) and a Masters in High Incidence & Disabilities (worth up to £13,000) Responsibilities of the role Class Teaching Provide support and teaching based on behaviour analysis to autistic pupils Collect, record and analyse data to monitor progress and develop support plans Interact and participate with the pupils in the development of skills that support their social and emotional development Lead and take part in educational visits and off-site activities with pupils (during school hours) Qualified Teaching Team Contribute to the design of an engaging school curriculum, providing differentiated long, medium and short-term plans Plan and deliver school-wide curriculum activities such as topic lessons and themed event/weeks Oversee the implementation and evaluations of wider school curriculum plan Support the delivery of life skills programmes and entry level qualifications for students, including assessments, recording evidence and internal moderation Contribute to team meetings and the schools newsletter To be successful in this role you will need: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teaching & Learning Status (QTLS) Candidate (For Early Careers Teachers (ECTs) - A minimum of 1 year of the supported induction process to have been completed in a mainstream setting) Teaching experience within the UK school system and an understanding of the National Curriculum in England An interest in and/or experience of working in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Confident working with children who exhibit behaviours that challenge and supporting others with personal/intimate care where required Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with all stakeholders An understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people The ability to perform tasks of a physical nature (often demanding) including twisting and stooping and working at a lower height A commitment to Jigsaws ongoing training and professional development programme Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion A positive, can-do attitude We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) JBRP1_UKTJ
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Woking We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Woking. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Woking, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Woking Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Woking £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Woking We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Woking. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Woking, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Woking Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Woking £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Camberley We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Camberley. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Camberley, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Camberley Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Camberley £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Camberley We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Camberley. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Camberley, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Camberley Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Camberley £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Reigate We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Reigate. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Reigate, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Reigate Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Reigate £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Reigate We are looking for a dedicated and Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, to support children with complex learning needs and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Reigate. No previous experience is required. The School: This school is near Reigate, and provides a safe learning environment for children with complex and severe learning needs. The students are 2-19 years old and often have multiple diagnosis so their needs can be quite severe. The school provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Music, Speech and Language Therapies. Each team works closely with children to ensure their physical and emotional needs are met. The school has excellent facilities and on-site equipment including a therapy pool, sensory rooms and uses I-Gaze technology, and there is excellent on-site training, support and CPD. As an Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Speech and Language Therapist. Such teams include: Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Nursing Teams. Professional Skills & Requirements: Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities Ability to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD Ensure safeguarding of students Able to commute to Reigate Personal Qualities: Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Caring, compassionate, and a good listener Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, 5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Reigate £90-£105 per day Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics Ltd: Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
This role has a competitive starting salary of £41,955 for 36 hours per week (5 days), across 42 weeks of the year (term-time + 3 weeks of holiday working) . We are also interested in hearing from therapists seeking part time opportunities. Ready to advance your career? If you're a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with two or more years' experience and a desire to specialise in autism and complex communication needs, we'd love you to join our supportive and solution-focused team. Join our North East Surrey Speech and Language Therapy team and play a key role in setting up a new satellite school in Cobham for Autistic children. You'll collaborate with supportive SLT colleagues and have opportunities to grow your leadership and line management skills, while continuing to pursue your other clinical interests, including mainstream or dysphagia work. Our Offer to You We pay your RCSLT membership and HCPC fees Flexible working around core school hours, with mobile and agile working solutions Belonging to a team of students, therapists and assistants led by a Therapies Manager who is an SLT Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including regular 1:1 meetings with your line manager, a buddy, an extensive in-house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups, specialist focus groups (like Placement Educator, or Leadership skills), termly whole-team study days, and support to join and attend CEN's relating to practice Opportunities to develop management skills by taking on line management of assistants, and taking students. Training and support is provided Generous local government salary-related pension An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave About the Role Our large and friendly team of Speech & Language Therapists and Assistants work across mainstream and special schools in North East Surrey. We are part of the Council's offer to support children with Additional Needs and Disabilities, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Educational Psychology and Specialist Teaching. Our tiered model supports universal, targeted and specialist intervention for children, families and the school workforce; making sure we deliver the right support at the right time to children and young people, with and without EHCPs. We also have a specialist dysphagia service and specialist deaf service. We have excellent supervision and CPD models plus a rolling in-house training programme; we are committed to continuous learning and development. We champion our team and one of our Therapists was voted People's Choice in the Surrey Stars Awards, receiving over 500 votes showing just how well the service is regarded in the organisation! We are a forward thinking service and were involved with the RCSLT and Reading University around the dysphagia competences linked to student placements. Your main duties in the role of Specialist Speech and Language Therapist will include: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school staff around the level of support needed to achieve the best possible outcome for the children and young people on your defined caseload Working with Speech and Language Therapy Assistants, setting targets for the children and young people they are supporting, and monitoring of the delivery and outcomes of their work Assessment, advice and intervention for children with a range of speech, language and communication needs within your caseload. For children and young people on your caseload who are considered to have complex needs and where a joint multidisciplinary approach is essential to achieving the best outcome for these children and young people, you will be supported by your clinical team leader Supporting junior members of the team, line managing others and taking on students Contributing to and delivering training for schools and others in the team Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree in Speech and Language Therapy with a minimum of 2 years' experience working as an SLT with completed NQP competencies Registered with the HCPC and RCSLT, and eligible to work in the UK Working knowledge of the English education system including the National Curriculum and SEND code of practice Experience of supporting and training others including newly qualified therapists, assistants, students and work experience placements Evidence of a range of evidence based interventions used to support children and young people Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Are you registered with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)? Do you have a minimum of two years' experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist with completed NQP competencies? Please answer 'yes' or 'no' as appropriate. If you answer 'no' please provide further details. Do you have working knowledge of the English education system including the National Curriculum and SEND code of practice? Please tell us more about this, including how have you have gained this knowledge. Please briefly describe a speech and language strategy or approach that you have supported staff or children to successfully use in the classroom. How did you measure its success? The closing date for this advert is 11/01/2026 although we will be looking at applications as they come in and may shortlist in advance of the closing date - we therefore encourage an early application. Interviews will take place the following week. We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your therapy skills and knowledge, please do get in touch. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
This role has a competitive starting salary of £41,955 for 36 hours per week (5 days), across 42 weeks of the year (term-time + 3 weeks of holiday working) . We are also interested in hearing from therapists seeking part time opportunities. Ready to advance your career? If you're a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with two or more years' experience and a desire to specialise in autism and complex communication needs, we'd love you to join our supportive and solution-focused team. Join our North East Surrey Speech and Language Therapy team and play a key role in setting up a new satellite school in Cobham for Autistic children. You'll collaborate with supportive SLT colleagues and have opportunities to grow your leadership and line management skills, while continuing to pursue your other clinical interests, including mainstream or dysphagia work. Our Offer to You We pay your RCSLT membership and HCPC fees Flexible working around core school hours, with mobile and agile working solutions Belonging to a team of students, therapists and assistants led by a Therapies Manager who is an SLT Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including regular 1:1 meetings with your line manager, a buddy, an extensive in-house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups, specialist focus groups (like Placement Educator, or Leadership skills), termly whole-team study days, and support to join and attend CEN's relating to practice Opportunities to develop management skills by taking on line management of assistants, and taking students. Training and support is provided Generous local government salary-related pension An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave About the Role Our large and friendly team of Speech & Language Therapists and Assistants work across mainstream and special schools in North East Surrey. We are part of the Council's offer to support children with Additional Needs and Disabilities, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Educational Psychology and Specialist Teaching. Our tiered model supports universal, targeted and specialist intervention for children, families and the school workforce; making sure we deliver the right support at the right time to children and young people, with and without EHCPs. We also have a specialist dysphagia service and specialist deaf service. We have excellent supervision and CPD models plus a rolling in-house training programme; we are committed to continuous learning and development. We champion our team and one of our Therapists was voted People's Choice in the Surrey Stars Awards, receiving over 500 votes showing just how well the service is regarded in the organisation! We are a forward thinking service and were involved with the RCSLT and Reading University around the dysphagia competences linked to student placements. Your main duties in the role of Specialist Speech and Language Therapist will include: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school staff around the level of support needed to achieve the best possible outcome for the children and young people on your defined caseload Working with Speech and Language Therapy Assistants, setting targets for the children and young people they are supporting, and monitoring of the delivery and outcomes of their work Assessment, advice and intervention for children with a range of speech, language and communication needs within your caseload. For children and young people on your caseload who are considered to have complex needs and where a joint multidisciplinary approach is essential to achieving the best outcome for these children and young people, you will be supported by your clinical team leader Supporting junior members of the team, line managing others and taking on students Contributing to and delivering training for schools and others in the team Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree in Speech and Language Therapy with a minimum of 2 years' experience working as an SLT with completed NQP competencies Registered with the HCPC and RCSLT, and eligible to work in the UK Working knowledge of the English education system including the National Curriculum and SEND code of practice Experience of supporting and training others including newly qualified therapists, assistants, students and work experience placements Evidence of a range of evidence based interventions used to support children and young people Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Are you registered with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)? Do you have a minimum of two years' experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist with completed NQP competencies? Please answer 'yes' or 'no' as appropriate. If you answer 'no' please provide further details. Do you have working knowledge of the English education system including the National Curriculum and SEND code of practice? Please tell us more about this, including how have you have gained this knowledge. Please briefly describe a speech and language strategy or approach that you have supported staff or children to successfully use in the classroom. How did you measure its success? The closing date for this advert is 11/01/2026 although we will be looking at applications as they come in and may shortlist in advance of the closing date - we therefore encourage an early application. Interviews will take place the following week. We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your therapy skills and knowledge, please do get in touch. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
This role has a competitive starting salary of £34,162 per annum for 36 hours per week, across 42 weeks per year (term-time + 3 weeks of holiday working) , pro-rata to £36,873 at 52 week equivalent. We're looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who is early in their career, eager to receive excellent support and supervision, and interested in working with school-aged children! Whether you're about to graduate in Speech and Language Therapy or have recently achieved your NQP framework goals, this is the perfect opportunity to join a team that will support your journey to becoming an autonomous practitioner in schools across North East Surrey . Our office base is in Weybridge and we operate a hybrid work style including regular visits to schools and offices. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates wanting to work in Spelthorne. Our Offer to You We pay your RCSLT membership and HCPC fees! Flexible working around core school hours with mobile and agile working solutions Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager (weekly for NQP's for the first 3 months moving to monthly over the first year, at your pace), extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and an NQP / Band 5 group, termly study days, encouragement to join and attend CEN's relating to practice A mixed and varied caseload across settings and age groups Termly themed study days for the whole SALT team Enhanced support to take you through your competencies An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carers leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more About the Role Our large and friendly team of Speech & Language Therapists and Assistants work across mainstream and special schools in North East Surrey. We are part of the Council's offer to support children with Additional Needs and Disabilities, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Educational Psychology and Specialist Teaching. Our tiered model supports universal, targeted and specialist intervention for children, families and the school workforce; making sure we deliver the right support at the right time to children and young people, with and without EHCPs. The role of a Speech and Language Therapist is varied and no two days will be the same, however you can expect to be involved with the following: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school staff and evidence-based practice, around the level of support needed to achieve the best possible outcome for the Children and Young People (CYP) on your defined caseload Working with Assistants, setting targets for the CYP you are jointly supporting, and monitoring the delivery and outcomes of their work Assessment, advice and intervention for CYP with a range of SLCN within your caseload Prioritisation and caseload management Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or are about to obtain this) Registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or about to be) with eligibility to work in the UK Evidence of clinical knowledge and familiarity with a range of formal and informal assessments for school age CYP Evidence of experience and knowledge of a range of evidence-based intervention approaches Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Do you have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or about to obtain one)? Are you registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or planning to be once you graduate)? (If you are in the process of registering, please give more detail). Which informal and formal speech and language assessments are you familiar with? Please tell us about your experience using them. The closing date for this advert is 11/01/2026 although we will be looking at applications as they come in and may shortlist in advance of the closing date - we therefore encourage an early application. Interviews will take place the following week. We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your therapy skills and knowledge, please do get in touch. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
This role has a competitive starting salary of £34,162 per annum for 36 hours per week, across 42 weeks per year (term-time + 3 weeks of holiday working) , pro-rata to £36,873 at 52 week equivalent. We're looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who is early in their career, eager to receive excellent support and supervision, and interested in working with school-aged children! Whether you're about to graduate in Speech and Language Therapy or have recently achieved your NQP framework goals, this is the perfect opportunity to join a team that will support your journey to becoming an autonomous practitioner in schools across North East Surrey . Our office base is in Weybridge and we operate a hybrid work style including regular visits to schools and offices. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates wanting to work in Spelthorne. Our Offer to You We pay your RCSLT membership and HCPC fees! Flexible working around core school hours with mobile and agile working solutions Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager (weekly for NQP's for the first 3 months moving to monthly over the first year, at your pace), extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and an NQP / Band 5 group, termly study days, encouragement to join and attend CEN's relating to practice A mixed and varied caseload across settings and age groups Termly themed study days for the whole SALT team Enhanced support to take you through your competencies An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carers leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more About the Role Our large and friendly team of Speech & Language Therapists and Assistants work across mainstream and special schools in North East Surrey. We are part of the Council's offer to support children with Additional Needs and Disabilities, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Educational Psychology and Specialist Teaching. Our tiered model supports universal, targeted and specialist intervention for children, families and the school workforce; making sure we deliver the right support at the right time to children and young people, with and without EHCPs. The role of a Speech and Language Therapist is varied and no two days will be the same, however you can expect to be involved with the following: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school staff and evidence-based practice, around the level of support needed to achieve the best possible outcome for the Children and Young People (CYP) on your defined caseload Working with Assistants, setting targets for the CYP you are jointly supporting, and monitoring the delivery and outcomes of their work Assessment, advice and intervention for CYP with a range of SLCN within your caseload Prioritisation and caseload management Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or are about to obtain this) Registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or about to be) with eligibility to work in the UK Evidence of clinical knowledge and familiarity with a range of formal and informal assessments for school age CYP Evidence of experience and knowledge of a range of evidence-based intervention approaches Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Do you have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or about to obtain one)? Are you registered with HCPC and RCSLT (or planning to be once you graduate)? (If you are in the process of registering, please give more detail). Which informal and formal speech and language assessments are you familiar with? Please tell us about your experience using them. The closing date for this advert is 11/01/2026 although we will be looking at applications as they come in and may shortlist in advance of the closing date - we therefore encourage an early application. Interviews will take place the following week. We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your therapy skills and knowledge, please do get in touch. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
£51,209 - £59,135 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Greenholm School. Having joined Witherslack Group in 2022, Greenholm School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education based in South West London. The school meets the needs of pupils with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties - and was recently rated Good by Ofsted. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Occupational Therapists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
£51,209 - £59,135 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Greenholm School. Having joined Witherslack Group in 2022, Greenholm School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education based in South West London. The school meets the needs of pupils with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties - and was recently rated Good by Ofsted. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Occupational Therapists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
