NHS National Services Scotland
Melrose, Roxburghshire
OUR VALUES IN ACTION Care and Compassion Quality and Teamwork Dignity and Respect Openness, honesty and responsibility Position Overview NHS Borders is delighted to invite applications for a Principal Clinical Psychologist for Children and Young People's Psychology based in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (Band 8B, 0.8 WTE / permanent). We are looking for an experienced colleague with enthusiasm for supervision, training, multi agency collaboration, service development, quality improvement and clinical work to firmly commit to the Borders service and join us as a core team member for the next part of their career. This post is an important position which helps anchor the Psychology team, based in our friendly multidisciplinary integrated CAMHS service (CAMHS, ND & CYP ID) but also serving wider national Psychology agendas. Jobplans here tend to be multifaceted in order to cover our service remit with a small number of staff and as befitting our small health board and rural locality. We provide support for Tier 2 community partners, neurodevelopmental assessments and interventions, CAMHS ID/LD, Tier 3 multidisciplinary and psychological interventions for mental health difficulties, and Tier 4 intensive community treatment. We are innovating our service model and have numerous strands of service development and multi agency collaboration in progress. This post is managed by the Lead for Children and Young People's Psychology and will fit alongside another part time 8B colleague who together support and develop the provision of psychology to children, young people and their families across the Scottish Borders. Our posts are integrated into a multidisciplinary CAMHS service. The post also has a remit to directly deliver assessment and interventions commensurate with experience at this professional level. Special interests, set within an enthusiasm for broad integrative practice would be highly valued. We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist with a number of years' clinical practice in general CAMHS, under 18s learning disability or CAMHS clinical subspecialities and preferably with experience of service development or quality improvement. Applicants must have a professionally recognised doctoral training in Clinical Psychology, be currently registered with HCPC, be able to work in the UK immediately, and be eligible for a PVG for this age group and adults. This role will require robust clinical competencies in evidence based interventions for mental health difficulties, and/or advanced skills around neurodevelopmental differences. Over time, the postholder will take on delegated responsibility for areas of clinical process, supervision, governance or service developments linked to national drivers. Continued professional development, mentoring for career progression, and options for bespoke multi speciality jobplans are features of our Psychology Directorate's culture. The CAMHS service includes Psychiatrists, CPNs, Specialist nurses, Healthcare Support Workers, a Speech and Language Therapist, sessional Occupational Therapists and an excellent Administrative team. We have a multidisciplinary leadership team management model, a strong staffing position within the Psychology team and solid staffing across Nursing and Psychiatry. We provide core and specialist placements for Trainee CAAPs and Clinical Psychologists on the East of Scotland courses. Our base is the Andrew Lang Unit, Selkirk and we also use Borders General Hospital and many locality venues across the Borders and alongside provision of NearMe (video) clinics. Use of a car is almost essential to deliver a service in our rural locality. Whilst being a beautiful rural area, the Borders is still easily commutable from south and south eastern Scotland and north eastern England. Psychology jobplans currently support some working from home. Relocation expenses are available for eligible applicants moving into the immediate area. If you wish to work more than the advertised 0.8 WTE, or across wider specialities, please call to discuss potential options. Informal enquires and pre application discussions are warmly encouraged. Contact Please contact: Dr Andy Gentil (Consultant Clinical Psychologist / Lead for Children & Young People's Psychology, NHS Borders): Legal & Eligibility Notes Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a regulated role, your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit Disclosure Scotland Changes. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. As part of the pre employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check your entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa as well as EU settled and pre settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, please refer to the GOV.UK website here. For specific types of post, if you do not have the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, it might be possible (though not guaranteed) to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licensed Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or 'going rate'. Further information on these criteria can be found here. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early. Equality and Diversity Statement NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
OUR VALUES IN ACTION Care and Compassion Quality and Teamwork Dignity and Respect Openness, honesty and responsibility Position Overview NHS Borders is delighted to invite applications for a Principal Clinical Psychologist for Children and Young People's Psychology based in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (Band 8B, 0.8 WTE / permanent). We are looking for an experienced colleague with enthusiasm for supervision, training, multi agency collaboration, service development, quality improvement and clinical work to firmly commit to the Borders service and join us as a core team member for the next part of their career. This post is an important position which helps anchor the Psychology team, based in our friendly multidisciplinary integrated CAMHS service (CAMHS, ND & CYP ID) but also serving wider national Psychology agendas. Jobplans here tend to be multifaceted in order to cover our service remit with a small number of staff and as befitting our small health board and rural locality. We provide support for Tier 2 community partners, neurodevelopmental assessments and interventions, CAMHS ID/LD, Tier 3 multidisciplinary and psychological interventions for mental health difficulties, and Tier 4 intensive community treatment. We are innovating our service model and have numerous strands of service development and multi agency collaboration in progress. This post is managed by the Lead for Children and Young People's Psychology and will fit alongside another part time 8B colleague who together support and develop the provision of psychology to children, young people and their families across the Scottish Borders. Our posts are integrated into a multidisciplinary CAMHS service. The post also has a remit to directly deliver assessment and interventions commensurate with experience at this professional level. Special interests, set within an enthusiasm for broad integrative practice would be highly valued. We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist with a number of years' clinical practice in general CAMHS, under 18s learning disability or CAMHS clinical subspecialities and preferably with experience of service development or quality improvement. Applicants must have a professionally recognised doctoral training in Clinical Psychology, be currently registered with HCPC, be able to work in the UK immediately, and be eligible for a PVG for this age group and adults. This role will require robust clinical competencies in evidence based interventions for mental health difficulties, and/or advanced skills around neurodevelopmental differences. Over time, the postholder will take on delegated responsibility for areas of clinical process, supervision, governance or service developments linked to national drivers. Continued professional development, mentoring for career progression, and options for bespoke multi speciality jobplans are features of our Psychology Directorate's culture. The CAMHS service includes Psychiatrists, CPNs, Specialist nurses, Healthcare Support Workers, a Speech and Language Therapist, sessional Occupational Therapists and an excellent Administrative team. We have a multidisciplinary leadership team management model, a strong staffing position within the Psychology team and solid staffing across Nursing and Psychiatry. We provide core and specialist placements for Trainee CAAPs and Clinical Psychologists on the East of Scotland courses. Our base is the Andrew Lang Unit, Selkirk and we also use Borders General Hospital and many locality venues across the Borders and alongside provision of NearMe (video) clinics. Use of a car is almost essential to deliver a service in our rural locality. Whilst being a beautiful rural area, the Borders is still easily commutable from south and south eastern Scotland and north eastern England. Psychology jobplans currently support some working from home. Relocation expenses are available for eligible applicants moving into the immediate area. If you wish to work more than the advertised 0.8 WTE, or across wider specialities, please call to discuss potential options. Informal enquires and pre application discussions are warmly encouraged. Contact Please contact: Dr Andy Gentil (Consultant Clinical Psychologist / Lead for Children & Young People's Psychology, NHS Borders): Legal & Eligibility Notes Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a regulated role, your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit Disclosure Scotland Changes. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. As part of the pre employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check your entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa as well as EU settled and pre settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, please refer to the GOV.UK website here. For specific types of post, if you do not have the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, it might be possible (though not guaranteed) to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licensed Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or 'going rate'. Further information on these criteria can be found here. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early. Equality and Diversity Statement NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Speech, Language & Communication Therapy Lead Our client is an independent day school for children aged 5-19 with special educational needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and associated social communication profiles. They deliver a mainstream-style environment with a fully integrated programme of education, therapy, pastoral support, and personal development. You'll be joining a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support the staff at at the Prep School, this is made up of two OTs, two SaLTs, and one physiotherapist; at the Senior School, a team of three OTs, three SaLTs, and one physiotherapist. They are proud of their integrated, multidisciplinary approach Their holistic approach supports progress in academic studies, communication, independence and wellbeing. Every student follows a personalised pathway and benefits from therapeutic support throughout the day, delivered by a multidisciplinary team including teachers, therapists, and pastoral practitioners. They are proud to be an ISA-accredited and Google Reference School. The school inspected by both CReSTeD and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), and they were recently awarded ISI's highest accolade, "a significant strength", for their highly effective interdisciplinary practice and the successful integration of therapeutic approaches into their students' learning. The role at a glance • This will be a full time role • You'll be at their Senior School campus, working with students aged 11-18 • You'll be based in Marylebone, Central London • You will be a key member of the middle leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Headteacher responsible for therapy and pastoral provision. You will lead the delivery of high-quality speech and language therapy services that support the school's integrated approach to education, therapy, and personal development. Sponsorship opportunities The Cavendish Sponsorship Programme They are able to sponsor talented, dedicated therapists from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and America through the Cavendish Sponsorship Programme. Once in a role, you will have the opportunity to upskill in a pathway suited to your professional interests. Within your visa, there will be scope to move into a new role at any one of their sites as you progress, if a suitable position becomes available. Key responsibilities The main aspects of this role are: • Support the strategic development of the school's SaLT provision and contribute to wider decision-making. • Line manage the SaLT team, including supervision, performance reviews, and professional development. • Oversee caseload allocation, workload planning, and therapy resources. • Deliver SaLT training and CPD to staff across the school. • Work collaboratively with therapy leads, SENCos and middle leaders to promote a multidisciplinary approach. • Build strong links with external agencies, commissioners, and professional networks. • Model evidence-based practice and encourage reflective practice within the team. • Provide direct speech and language therapy to students. • Plan, deliver, and evaluate therapeutic and educational programmes. • Develop and deliver the communication curriculum for whole-class sessions. • Set and monitor communication targets within pupils' IEPs, working with parents and teaching staff. • Adapt resources and learning environments to improve access for students with communication needs. • Assess, record and report on pupil progress, including annual review contributions and intervention records. • Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, working in line with policies and supporting the DSL where required. • Contribute to wider school life, including clinical supervision, team meetings, whole-school events, and supporting therapist recruitment and induction. Person specifications They're looking for an experienced and compassionate speech & language therapist to join our school. You'll be able to show these essential skills and requisite experience: • Qualified band 7 speech & language therapist • HCPC registration • Demonstrated experience working with children with SEN/SpLD in an education setting • IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks • Strong knowledge of speech, language, and communication needs, with the ability to develop and implement tailored, evidence-based interventions • Experience in leading, supervising, and developing a therapy team, including providing CPD and support for professional growth • Knowledge of relevant risk management, health and safety, and child protection practices • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to lead service evaluation, implement improvements, and ensure interventions are aligned with research and best practice • Experience liaising with external agencies, professional networks, and commissioners to support school-based provision What are the perks? • Access to a full CPD programme + career progression opportunities • 13 weeks of holiday per year, plus two term-time personal leave days • Flexible working opportunities, with weekly PPA that can be taken remotely • Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast twice per week when on-site • A great employee assistance programme with access to wellbeing support + advice • Cycle-to-work scheme • Competitive salary + pensions contributions Role details & how to apply Start date : January 2026 Salary: Band 7 range, £47,810 to £54,710 depending on experience Working schedule : 37 weeks per year (term time only), five days per week. Applications close on 16th December 2025. If you require sponsorship, please indicate this in your application. Type: In-person role with the option to work remotely for your allocated PPA hours You may have experience of the following: Speech and Language Therapist, SaLT Lead / Speech Therapy Lead, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist, Communication Therapy Lead, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Specialist, etc. REF-
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Speech, Language & Communication Therapy Lead Our client is an independent day school for children aged 5-19 with special educational needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and associated social communication profiles. They deliver a mainstream-style environment with a fully integrated programme of education, therapy, pastoral support, and personal development. You'll be joining a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support the staff at at the Prep School, this is made up of two OTs, two SaLTs, and one physiotherapist; at the Senior School, a team of three OTs, three SaLTs, and one physiotherapist. They are proud of their integrated, multidisciplinary approach Their holistic approach supports progress in academic studies, communication, independence and wellbeing. Every student follows a personalised pathway and benefits from therapeutic support throughout the day, delivered by a multidisciplinary team including teachers, therapists, and pastoral practitioners. They are proud to be an ISA-accredited and Google Reference School. The school inspected by both CReSTeD and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), and they were recently awarded ISI's highest accolade, "a significant strength", for their highly effective interdisciplinary practice and the successful integration of therapeutic approaches into their students' learning. The role at a glance • This will be a full time role • You'll be at their Senior School campus, working with students aged 11-18 • You'll be based in Marylebone, Central London • You will be a key member of the middle leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Headteacher responsible for therapy and pastoral provision. You will lead the delivery of high-quality speech and language therapy services that support the school's integrated approach to education, therapy, and personal development. Sponsorship opportunities The Cavendish Sponsorship Programme They are able to sponsor talented, dedicated therapists from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and America through the Cavendish Sponsorship Programme. Once in a role, you will have the opportunity to upskill in a pathway suited to your professional interests. Within your visa, there will be scope to move into a new role at any one of their sites as you progress, if a suitable position becomes available. Key responsibilities The main aspects of this role are: • Support the strategic development of the school's SaLT provision and contribute to wider decision-making. • Line manage the SaLT team, including supervision, performance reviews, and professional development. • Oversee caseload allocation, workload planning, and therapy resources. • Deliver SaLT training and CPD to staff across the school. • Work collaboratively with therapy leads, SENCos and middle leaders to promote a multidisciplinary approach. • Build strong links with external agencies, commissioners, and professional networks. • Model evidence-based practice and encourage reflective practice within the team. • Provide direct speech and language therapy to students. • Plan, deliver, and evaluate therapeutic and educational programmes. • Develop and deliver the communication curriculum for whole-class sessions. • Set and monitor communication targets within pupils' IEPs, working with parents and teaching staff. • Adapt resources and learning environments to improve access for students with communication needs. • Assess, record and report on pupil progress, including annual review contributions and intervention records. • Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, working in line with policies and supporting the DSL where required. • Contribute to wider school life, including clinical supervision, team meetings, whole-school events, and supporting therapist recruitment and induction. Person specifications They're looking for an experienced and compassionate speech & language therapist to join our school. You'll be able to show these essential skills and requisite experience: • Qualified band 7 speech & language therapist • HCPC registration • Demonstrated experience working with children with SEN/SpLD in an education setting • IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks • Strong knowledge of speech, language, and communication needs, with the ability to develop and implement tailored, evidence-based interventions • Experience in leading, supervising, and developing a therapy team, including providing CPD and support for professional growth • Knowledge of relevant risk management, health and safety, and child protection practices • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to lead service evaluation, implement improvements, and ensure interventions are aligned with research and best practice • Experience liaising with external agencies, professional networks, and commissioners to support school-based provision What are the perks? • Access to a full CPD programme + career progression opportunities • 13 weeks of holiday per year, plus two term-time personal leave days • Flexible working opportunities, with weekly PPA that can be taken remotely • Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast twice per week when on-site • A great employee assistance programme with access to wellbeing support + advice • Cycle-to-work scheme • Competitive salary + pensions contributions Role details & how to apply Start date : January 2026 Salary: Band 7 range, £47,810 to £54,710 depending on experience Working schedule : 37 weeks per year (term time only), five days per week. Applications close on 16th December 2025. If you require sponsorship, please indicate this in your application. Type: In-person role with the option to work remotely for your allocated PPA hours You may have experience of the following: Speech and Language Therapist, SaLT Lead / Speech Therapy Lead, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist, Communication Therapy Lead, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Specialist, etc. REF-
£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
Senior Support Worker - All Hallows Neuro Rehabilitation Centre Location : Norfolk/Suffolk Border Hours : 42 hours per week (Days and Nights) About All Hallows Nestled in a peaceful acre of countryside on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, All Hallows Neuro Rehabilitation Centre provides specialist care for adults with long-term neurological conditions, including acquired brain injuries. With 29 placements and a dedicated multi-disciplinary team-including Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Clinical Psychologists-we deliver person-centred, holistic rehabilitation that improves quality of life. Your Role: Senior Support Worker As a Senior Support Worker, you'll take a proactive leadership role in delivering outstanding care. Working closely with our expert clinical team, you'll guide and support Support Workers, ensure care plans are followed, and contribute to the smooth running of the service-making a real difference every day. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Coordination Lead by example, championing compassionate, person-centred careSupervise, mentor, and train Support WorkersCoordinate daily activities and contribute to staff handovers and MDT meetingsEscalate concerns promptly to appropriate professionals Resident-Centred Care Deliver and oversee care and rehabilitation tailored to individual needsPromote dignity, choice, and independenceBuild positive relationships and support emotional wellbeing Clinical & Administrative Support Record and monitor personal care, nutrition, and mobilitySupport therapy-led clinical interventionsEnsure accurate documentation and assist in audits and compliance Environment & Safety Maintain cleanliness and infection control standardsUse and monitor equipment and supplies appropriately Professional Development Support others in achieving the Care CertificateUndertake ongoing training and reflect on personal developmentPromote our values: Person-Centred Friendly Innovative Positive Empowering What We Offer A rewarding role in a leading neurorehabilitation serviceInclusive, team-focused working environmentStakeholder Pension SchemeFlexible holiday purchase schemeEmployee assistance helplineShare Save SchemeFunded qualifications and continuous learning opportunities Interested? If you're an experienced care worker ready to take the next step and lead by example in a truly rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team making a real difference in people's lives. Who we are: The CareTech Group; established in 1993, and is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 550 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a "Disability Confident Leader". Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Senior Support Worker - All Hallows Neuro Rehabilitation Centre Location : Norfolk/Suffolk Border Hours : 42 hours per week (Days and Nights) About All Hallows Nestled in a peaceful acre of countryside on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, All Hallows Neuro Rehabilitation Centre provides specialist care for adults with long-term neurological conditions, including acquired brain injuries. With 29 placements and a dedicated multi-disciplinary team-including Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Clinical Psychologists-we deliver person-centred, holistic rehabilitation that improves quality of life. Your Role: Senior Support Worker As a Senior Support Worker, you'll take a proactive leadership role in delivering outstanding care. Working closely with our expert clinical team, you'll guide and support Support Workers, ensure care plans are followed, and contribute to the smooth running of the service-making a real difference every day. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Coordination Lead by example, championing compassionate, person-centred careSupervise, mentor, and train Support WorkersCoordinate daily activities and contribute to staff handovers and MDT meetingsEscalate concerns promptly to appropriate professionals Resident-Centred Care Deliver and oversee care and rehabilitation tailored to individual needsPromote dignity, choice, and independenceBuild positive relationships and support emotional wellbeing Clinical & Administrative Support Record and monitor personal care, nutrition, and mobilitySupport therapy-led clinical interventionsEnsure accurate documentation and assist in audits and compliance Environment & Safety Maintain cleanliness and infection control standardsUse and monitor equipment and supplies appropriately Professional Development Support others in achieving the Care CertificateUndertake ongoing training and reflect on personal developmentPromote our values: Person-Centred Friendly Innovative Positive Empowering What We Offer A rewarding role in a leading neurorehabilitation serviceInclusive, team-focused working environmentStakeholder Pension SchemeFlexible holiday purchase schemeEmployee assistance helplineShare Save SchemeFunded qualifications and continuous learning opportunities Interested? If you're an experienced care worker ready to take the next step and lead by example in a truly rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team making a real difference in people's lives. Who we are: The CareTech Group; established in 1993, and is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 550 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a "Disability Confident Leader". Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES
Lead Speech & Language Therapist Band 8 Central London (Clinic-based) Part time or Full time Start date: Flexible - ASAP Helping children find their voice, and helping families feel heard, is work filled with depth, care and purpose. This long-established paediatric therapy service has been supporting children and families for over 20 years. Rooted in sensory integration and evidence-based practice, they have built a strong reputation for thoughtful, holistic therapy and genuine collaboration. Their ethos is simple; high-quality intervention, a warm and welcoming culture, and unwavering commitment to each child s potential. They are now ready to expand their offer. We are looking for a Lead Speech & Language Therapist (Band 8) to shape, grow and lead a dedicated SaLT service within an already well-established paediatric clinic. This isn t just about joining a service. It s about building one. With the backing of an experienced OT team, a loyal client base and a collaborative leadership group. You might already be leading a small team and feel ready for more ownership. You might be a highly experienced Senior/Highly Specialist Therapist who knows you re ready to step into a true leadership remit. The role Working from their welcoming central London clinic, you will: Lead the development of the speech therapy service, shaping pathways, standards and models of delivery Hold a specialist paediatric caseload (e.g. autism, DLD, speech sound disorders, social communication needs, early language) Collaborate closely with the established OT team, co-creating multidisciplinary plans that honour sensory, motor, communication and emotional needs Design and refine systems and processes for triage, assessments, therapy blocks, review and discharge Provide clinical supervision and leadership to SaLT colleagues as the service grows Deliver training and workshops for parents, schools and professionals Clinic-based work is at the heart of the role, with scope to include remote work as the service expands. The environment You will be joining: An experienced, SI-informed OT team with strong clinical expertise A genuinely multidisciplinary culture where professionals work together A leadership team who value reflective practice, CPD and thoughtful growth A service that sees the whole family, not just the presenting need, and places collaboration at the centre It s collaborative. It s curious. And it s kind. About you You will likely: Be an experienced Band 8 (or strong Band 7 ready to step up) HCPC registered Speech & Language Therapist Have substantial paediatric experience, ideally including autism, neurodevelopmental needs and complex communication profiles Be confident with assessment, differential diagnosis and evidence-based intervention Have experience supervising others and contributing to service design Enjoy thinking at system level; pathways, outcomes, quality, family experience Value neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based practice Most importantly, you ll be excited by the opportunity to shape a service, building something new on top of an already strong, respected foundation. If you feel you have the experience, ideas and vision to join us on this journey, please contact Emilie by emailing or call . >
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Lead Speech & Language Therapist Band 8 Central London (Clinic-based) Part time or Full time Start date: Flexible - ASAP Helping children find their voice, and helping families feel heard, is work filled with depth, care and purpose. This long-established paediatric therapy service has been supporting children and families for over 20 years. Rooted in sensory integration and evidence-based practice, they have built a strong reputation for thoughtful, holistic therapy and genuine collaboration. Their ethos is simple; high-quality intervention, a warm and welcoming culture, and unwavering commitment to each child s potential. They are now ready to expand their offer. We are looking for a Lead Speech & Language Therapist (Band 8) to shape, grow and lead a dedicated SaLT service within an already well-established paediatric clinic. This isn t just about joining a service. It s about building one. With the backing of an experienced OT team, a loyal client base and a collaborative leadership group. You might already be leading a small team and feel ready for more ownership. You might be a highly experienced Senior/Highly Specialist Therapist who knows you re ready to step into a true leadership remit. The role Working from their welcoming central London clinic, you will: Lead the development of the speech therapy service, shaping pathways, standards and models of delivery Hold a specialist paediatric caseload (e.g. autism, DLD, speech sound disorders, social communication needs, early language) Collaborate closely with the established OT team, co-creating multidisciplinary plans that honour sensory, motor, communication and emotional needs Design and refine systems and processes for triage, assessments, therapy blocks, review and discharge Provide clinical supervision and leadership to SaLT colleagues as the service grows Deliver training and workshops for parents, schools and professionals Clinic-based work is at the heart of the role, with scope to include remote work as the service expands. The environment You will be joining: An experienced, SI-informed OT team with strong clinical expertise A genuinely multidisciplinary culture where professionals work together A leadership team who value reflective practice, CPD and thoughtful growth A service that sees the whole family, not just the presenting need, and places collaboration at the centre It s collaborative. It s curious. And it s kind. About you You will likely: Be an experienced Band 8 (or strong Band 7 ready to step up) HCPC registered Speech & Language Therapist Have substantial paediatric experience, ideally including autism, neurodevelopmental needs and complex communication profiles Be confident with assessment, differential diagnosis and evidence-based intervention Have experience supervising others and contributing to service design Enjoy thinking at system level; pathways, outcomes, quality, family experience Value neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based practice Most importantly, you ll be excited by the opportunity to shape a service, building something new on top of an already strong, respected foundation. If you feel you have the experience, ideas and vision to join us on this journey, please contact Emilie by emailing or call . >
Abingdon House School is an independent day school for children aged 5 19 with special educational needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and associated social communication profiles. We deliver a mainstream-style environment with a fully integrated programme of education, therapy, pastoral support, and personal development. You ll be joining a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff at Abingdon House School at the Prep School, this is made up of two OTs, two SaLTs, and one physiotherapist; at the Senior School, a team of three OTs, three SaLTs, and one physiotherapist. We are proud of our integrated, multidisciplinary approach At AHS, our holistic approach supports progress in academic studies, communication, independence and wellbeing. Every student follows a personalised pathway and benefits from therapeutic support throughout the day, delivered by a multidisciplinary team including teachers, therapists, and pastoral practitioners. We are proud to be an ISA-accredited and Google Reference School. Abingdon House is inspected by both CReSTeD and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), and we were recently awarded ISI s highest accolade, a significant strength , for our highly effective interdisciplinary practice and the successful integration of therapeutic approaches into our students learning. The role at a glance • This will be a full time role • You ll be at our Senior School campus, working with students aged 11-18 • You ll be based in Marylebone, Central London • You will be a key member of the middle leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Headteacher responsible for therapy and pastoral provision. You will lead the delivery of high-quality speech and language therapy services that support the school s integrated approach to education, therapy, and personal development. Sponsorship opportunities The Cavendish Sponsorship Programme We are able to sponsor talented, dedicated therapists from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and America through the Cavendish Sponsorship Programme. Once in a role, you will have the opportunity to upskill in a pathway suited to your professional interests. Within your visa, there will be scope to move into a new role at any one of our sites as you progress, if a suitable position becomes available. Key responsibilities The main aspects of this role are: • Support the strategic development of the school s SaLT provision and contribute to wider decision-making. • Line manage the SaLT team, including supervision, performance reviews, and professional development. • Oversee caseload allocation, workload planning, and therapy resources. • Deliver SaLT training and CPD to staff across the school. • Work collaboratively with therapy leads, SENCos and middle leaders to promote a multidisciplinary approach. • Build strong links with external agencies, commissioners, and professional networks. • Model evidence-based practice and encourage reflective practice within the team. • Provide direct speech and language therapy to students. • Plan, deliver, and evaluate therapeutic and educational programmes. • Develop and deliver the communication curriculum for whole-class sessions. • Set and monitor communication targets within pupils IEPs, working with parents and teaching staff. • Adapt resources and learning environments to improve access for students with communication needs. • Assess, record and report on pupil progress, including annual review contributions and intervention records. • Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, working in line with policies and supporting the DSL where required. • Contribute to wider school life, including clinical supervision, team meetings, whole-school events, and supporting therapist recruitment and induction. Person specifications We re looking for an experienced and compassionate speech & language therapist to join our school. You ll be able to show these essential skills and requisite experience: • Qualified band 7 speech & language therapist • HCPC registration • Demonstrated experience working with children with SEN/SpLD in an education setting • IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks • Strong knowledge of speech, language, and communication needs, with the ability to develop and implement tailored, evidence-based interventions • Experience in leading, supervising, and developing a therapy team, including providing CPD and support for professional growth • Knowledge of relevant risk management, health and safety, and child protection practices • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to lead service evaluation, implement improvements, and ensure interventions are aligned with research and best practice • Experience liaising with external agencies, professional networks, and commissioners to support school-based provision What are the perks? • Access to a full CPD programme career progression opportunities • 13 weeks of holiday per year, plus two term-time personal leave days • Flexible working opportunities, with weekly PPA that can be taken remotely • Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast twice per week when on-site • A great employee assistance programme with access to wellbeing support advice • Cycle-to-work scheme • Competitive salary pensions contributions Role details & how to apply Start date: January 2026 Salary : Band 7 range, £47,810 to £54,710 depending on experience Working schedule: 37 weeks per year (term time only), five days per week. Applications close on 16th December 2025. If you require sponsorship, please indicate this in your application. Type: In-person role with the option to work remotely for your allocated PPA hours You may have experience of the following: Speech and Language Therapist, SaLT Lead / Speech Therapy Lead, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist, Communication Therapy Lead, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Specialist, etc. REF-
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Abingdon House School is an independent day school for children aged 5 19 with special educational needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and associated social communication profiles. We deliver a mainstream-style environment with a fully integrated programme of education, therapy, pastoral support, and personal development. You ll be joining a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff at Abingdon House School at the Prep School, this is made up of two OTs, two SaLTs, and one physiotherapist; at the Senior School, a team of three OTs, three SaLTs, and one physiotherapist. We are proud of our integrated, multidisciplinary approach At AHS, our holistic approach supports progress in academic studies, communication, independence and wellbeing. Every student follows a personalised pathway and benefits from therapeutic support throughout the day, delivered by a multidisciplinary team including teachers, therapists, and pastoral practitioners. We are proud to be an ISA-accredited and Google Reference School. Abingdon House is inspected by both CReSTeD and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), and we were recently awarded ISI s highest accolade, a significant strength , for our highly effective interdisciplinary practice and the successful integration of therapeutic approaches into our students learning. The role at a glance • This will be a full time role • You ll be at our Senior School campus, working with students aged 11-18 • You ll be based in Marylebone, Central London • You will be a key member of the middle leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Headteacher responsible for therapy and pastoral provision. You will lead the delivery of high-quality speech and language therapy services that support the school s integrated approach to education, therapy, and personal development. Sponsorship opportunities The Cavendish Sponsorship Programme We are able to sponsor talented, dedicated therapists from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, and America through the Cavendish Sponsorship Programme. Once in a role, you will have the opportunity to upskill in a pathway suited to your professional interests. Within your visa, there will be scope to move into a new role at any one of our sites as you progress, if a suitable position becomes available. Key responsibilities The main aspects of this role are: • Support the strategic development of the school s SaLT provision and contribute to wider decision-making. • Line manage the SaLT team, including supervision, performance reviews, and professional development. • Oversee caseload allocation, workload planning, and therapy resources. • Deliver SaLT training and CPD to staff across the school. • Work collaboratively with therapy leads, SENCos and middle leaders to promote a multidisciplinary approach. • Build strong links with external agencies, commissioners, and professional networks. • Model evidence-based practice and encourage reflective practice within the team. • Provide direct speech and language therapy to students. • Plan, deliver, and evaluate therapeutic and educational programmes. • Develop and deliver the communication curriculum for whole-class sessions. • Set and monitor communication targets within pupils IEPs, working with parents and teaching staff. • Adapt resources and learning environments to improve access for students with communication needs. • Assess, record and report on pupil progress, including annual review contributions and intervention records. • Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, working in line with policies and supporting the DSL where required. • Contribute to wider school life, including clinical supervision, team meetings, whole-school events, and supporting therapist recruitment and induction. Person specifications We re looking for an experienced and compassionate speech & language therapist to join our school. You ll be able to show these essential skills and requisite experience: • Qualified band 7 speech & language therapist • HCPC registration • Demonstrated experience working with children with SEN/SpLD in an education setting • IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks • Strong knowledge of speech, language, and communication needs, with the ability to develop and implement tailored, evidence-based interventions • Experience in leading, supervising, and developing a therapy team, including providing CPD and support for professional growth • Knowledge of relevant risk management, health and safety, and child protection practices • Excellent communication skills • Proven ability to lead service evaluation, implement improvements, and ensure interventions are aligned with research and best practice • Experience liaising with external agencies, professional networks, and commissioners to support school-based provision What are the perks? • Access to a full CPD programme career progression opportunities • 13 weeks of holiday per year, plus two term-time personal leave days • Flexible working opportunities, with weekly PPA that can be taken remotely • Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast twice per week when on-site • A great employee assistance programme with access to wellbeing support advice • Cycle-to-work scheme • Competitive salary pensions contributions Role details & how to apply Start date: January 2026 Salary : Band 7 range, £47,810 to £54,710 depending on experience Working schedule: 37 weeks per year (term time only), five days per week. Applications close on 16th December 2025. If you require sponsorship, please indicate this in your application. Type: In-person role with the option to work remotely for your allocated PPA hours You may have experience of the following: Speech and Language Therapist, SaLT Lead / Speech Therapy Lead, Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist, Communication Therapy Lead, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Specialist, etc. REF-
