Surrey County Council
Woking, Surrey
This role has a competitive starting salary of £41,955 - £45,244 for five days a week across 42 weeks of the year, based on a 36 hour working week. Part time opportunities are also available. Are you an enthusiastic, Speech and Language Therapist with over two years' experience who would like to develop more specialist skills in an area you have been developing in? We can offer an exciting opportunity to join our skilled, supportive, and solution-focused team based in Woking. We have opportunities to work with children with severe learning difficulties, complex social communication difficulties, developmental language disorder in a mix of specialist and mainstream settings. Our Offer to You: 42-week contract, working across term-time and an additional, flexible 15 days for CPD, project work and supervision activities as well as 10 weeks holiday in non-term time Belonging to a team of students, therapists and assistants led by a Therapies Manager who is an SLT Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager, extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and enhanced probation support, termly whole-team study days, encouragement to join and attend CEN's relating to practice Opportunities to develop management skills by taking on line management of assistants or experienced autonomous therapists (NQPs who have completed competencies) and taking students. Training and support is provided Paid RCSLT membership and HCPC fees An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role The Speech and Language Therapy Service is part of Surrey County Council's local offer to support the special educational needs and disabilities of children and young people within mainstream schools and specialist provision. This Service is part of the Early Intervention, Prevention and support Service in Surrey's Children, Families and Lifelong Learning Directorate, and works collaboratively with other teams such as Educational Psychology, Specialist Teachers and SEN teams. The Surrey SLT service is a large team (over 150) of both qualified Therapists and non-qualified Therapy Assistants. 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. We aim to deliver the right support at the right time, through assessment and intervention; equipping families and professionals with the skills and resources to work together to support children with SLCN. We offer universal, targeted and specialist support for children, families, and the school workforce; working with children and young people with EHCPs and those at SEN support following Surrey's Graduated Response. We also have a specialist dysphagia service and specialist deaf service. Your main duties in the role of Speech and Language Therapist will include: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school / college 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? T he closing date for this advert is 23:59 Sunday 15th February 2026 although we will be looking at applications as they come in and may interview candidates in advance of the closing date, therefore we encourage an early application. 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. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. When your employment begins, you will need to be a member of the RCSLT and HCPC. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity 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.
This role has a competitive starting salary of £41,955 - £45,244 for five days a week across 42 weeks of the year, based on a 36 hour working week. Part time opportunities are also available. Are you an enthusiastic, Speech and Language Therapist with over two years' experience who would like to develop more specialist skills in an area you have been developing in? We can offer an exciting opportunity to join our skilled, supportive, and solution-focused team based in Woking. We have opportunities to work with children with severe learning difficulties, complex social communication difficulties, developmental language disorder in a mix of specialist and mainstream settings. Our Offer to You: 42-week contract, working across term-time and an additional, flexible 15 days for CPD, project work and supervision activities as well as 10 weeks holiday in non-term time Belonging to a team of students, therapists and assistants led by a Therapies Manager who is an SLT Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager, extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and enhanced probation support, termly whole-team study days, encouragement to join and attend CEN's relating to practice Opportunities to develop management skills by taking on line management of assistants or experienced autonomous therapists (NQPs who have completed competencies) and taking students. Training and support is provided Paid RCSLT membership and HCPC fees An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role The Speech and Language Therapy Service is part of Surrey County Council's local offer to support the special educational needs and disabilities of children and young people within mainstream schools and specialist provision. This Service is part of the Early Intervention, Prevention and support Service in Surrey's Children, Families and Lifelong Learning Directorate, and works collaboratively with other teams such as Educational Psychology, Specialist Teachers and SEN teams. The Surrey SLT service is a large team (over 150) of both qualified Therapists and non-qualified Therapy Assistants. 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. We aim to deliver the right support at the right time, through assessment and intervention; equipping families and professionals with the skills and resources to work together to support children with SLCN. We offer universal, targeted and specialist support for children, families, and the school workforce; working with children and young people with EHCPs and those at SEN support following Surrey's Graduated Response. We also have a specialist dysphagia service and specialist deaf service. Your main duties in the role of Speech and Language Therapist will include: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school / college 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? T he closing date for this advert is 23:59 Sunday 15th February 2026 although we will be looking at applications as they come in and may interview candidates in advance of the closing date, therefore we encourage an early application. 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. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. When your employment begins, you will need to be a member of the RCSLT and HCPC. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity 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.
Only FE
City, Sheffield
Communication Support Worker £16.96 (£15.13 per hour plus £1.83 holiday pay) Part time 20 Holiday Days (148 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period 3% Employer Pension Contribution into NEST Pension Scheme The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage. About the role Working for our subsidiary company Sparks Teaching Service s as a Communication Support Worker, you will work to improve the access and participation of Hearing Impaired Students, both academically and socially, by providing a range of communication support which meets the individual or group of Hearing Impaired/Visually Impaired student needs. Main Responsibilities: Conveying the contents of lessons in a variety of settings - classroom, workshops, online (onsite or from home), work placements and other learning environments Using one or more from a range of skills appropriate to student(s) needs e.g. lip-speaking, sign to voice/voice to sign translation, note-taking, live explanations Using appropriate support, according to the student s subject area, level of course, student maturity and other additional support needs. Be prepared to be directed by the SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired as to the type of support to be provided in class. Also be prepared to liaise with, SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired, Subject Tutors, EHCP Co-ordinator and Lead Transition Progression Co-ordinator to: Keep abreast of student s course, course materials and changing support needs through this liaison Prepare for lessons in advance Undertake tasks that increase the immediate accessibility of course materials e.g. explaining the language of handouts and/or adding notes Highlight any new terms and concepts that the student(s) may have problems understanding Alert staff that course materials may need modifying such as handouts, video transcriptions and/or subtitling Assist in the preparation of transcripts/video subtitling Support student(s) outside of scheduled class time to complete work set by subject tutors Inform the SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired where mainstream lecturers or peer groups would benefit from Hearing Awareness Training and contribute to the development of strategies Responding positively to mainstream lecturers and student peer groups in a clear, supportive and professional manner to facilitate the Hearing-Impaired student(s) inclusion into college. Seeking guidance and advice from lecturers, SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired and visiting Teachers of the Deaf, as appropriate, on issues relating to the support of Deaf and Hearing-Impaired students and provision for any further additional support which students may need. Enhancing opportunities for students to be independent, while maintaining professional and personal boundaries at all times. Keeping regular records and undertaking support related administrative duties as required e.g. Entering a record of support provided on college systems (Pro-Monitor) Submitting a weekly work time record sheet Inform in writing to SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired any timetable changes, exams dates, work experience or trips etc Raising any problems you may have in carrying out your duties as a Communication Support Worker, as outlined in the guidelines, with the SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired. Contributing to the professional development of the CSW team by participating in: Staff induction and training sessions Mentoring Demonstration Work shadowing Undertaking training and development activities as appropriate. Maintaining a safe and healthy working environment in accordance with the College s Health and Safety policies and procedures, in association with other colleagues and managers. Operating within the College s equal opportunities framework to achieve College targets and establish parity of esteem. Maintaining confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act; Ensuring that all relevant work activities underpin the College s commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults Undertaking any other duties and responsibilities as may be determined after negotiation between management, the post holder and appropriate Trade Unions. If you want to find out more about the role please contact Rebecca Hartley, Deaf & Hearing Impaired Inclusion Advisor - (url removed) What we can offer you As the successful candidate, you will be offered an hourly rate of £16.96 (£15.13 per hour plus £1.83 holiday pay). Our benefits Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with Nest - 3% Annual leave - 20 Days (148 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period Health and wellbeing, we offer Employee assistance programme through Bupa Occupational Health through PAM Free eye tests for VDU users Free Parking is available at majority of our campuses Further information can be found on our Benefits andCareer Development pages. Disability Confident We are a Disability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact (url removed) Armed Forces Covenant As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant,we re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country. Safeguarding We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding Next Steps: CVs are currently not accepted. As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Closing date: 3rd February 2026
Communication Support Worker £16.96 (£15.13 per hour plus £1.83 holiday pay) Part time 20 Holiday Days (148 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period 3% Employer Pension Contribution into NEST Pension Scheme The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage. About the role Working for our subsidiary company Sparks Teaching Service s as a Communication Support Worker, you will work to improve the access and participation of Hearing Impaired Students, both academically and socially, by providing a range of communication support which meets the individual or group of Hearing Impaired/Visually Impaired student needs. Main Responsibilities: Conveying the contents of lessons in a variety of settings - classroom, workshops, online (onsite or from home), work placements and other learning environments Using one or more from a range of skills appropriate to student(s) needs e.g. lip-speaking, sign to voice/voice to sign translation, note-taking, live explanations Using appropriate support, according to the student s subject area, level of course, student maturity and other additional support needs. Be prepared to be directed by the SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired as to the type of support to be provided in class. Also be prepared to liaise with, SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired, Subject Tutors, EHCP Co-ordinator and Lead Transition Progression Co-ordinator to: Keep abreast of student s course, course materials and changing support needs through this liaison Prepare for lessons in advance Undertake tasks that increase the immediate accessibility of course materials e.g. explaining the language of handouts and/or adding notes Highlight any new terms and concepts that the student(s) may have problems understanding Alert staff that course materials may need modifying such as handouts, video transcriptions and/or subtitling Assist in the preparation of transcripts/video subtitling Support student(s) outside of scheduled class time to complete work set by subject tutors Inform the SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired where mainstream lecturers or peer groups would benefit from Hearing Awareness Training and contribute to the development of strategies Responding positively to mainstream lecturers and student peer groups in a clear, supportive and professional manner to facilitate the Hearing-Impaired student(s) inclusion into college. Seeking guidance and advice from lecturers, SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired and visiting Teachers of the Deaf, as appropriate, on issues relating to the support of Deaf and Hearing-Impaired students and provision for any further additional support which students may need. Enhancing opportunities for students to be independent, while maintaining professional and personal boundaries at all times. Keeping regular records and undertaking support related administrative duties as required e.g. Entering a record of support provided on college systems (Pro-Monitor) Submitting a weekly work time record sheet Inform in writing to SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired any timetable changes, exams dates, work experience or trips etc Raising any problems you may have in carrying out your duties as a Communication Support Worker, as outlined in the guidelines, with the SEND Advisor for Hearing Impaired. Contributing to the professional development of the CSW team by participating in: Staff induction and training sessions Mentoring Demonstration Work shadowing Undertaking training and development activities as appropriate. Maintaining a safe and healthy working environment in accordance with the College s Health and Safety policies and procedures, in association with other colleagues and managers. Operating within the College s equal opportunities framework to achieve College targets and establish parity of esteem. Maintaining confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act; Ensuring that all relevant work activities underpin the College s commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults Undertaking any other duties and responsibilities as may be determined after negotiation between management, the post holder and appropriate Trade Unions. If you want to find out more about the role please contact Rebecca Hartley, Deaf & Hearing Impaired Inclusion Advisor - (url removed) What we can offer you As the successful candidate, you will be offered an hourly rate of £16.96 (£15.13 per hour plus £1.83 holiday pay). Our benefits Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with Nest - 3% Annual leave - 20 Days (148 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period Health and wellbeing, we offer Employee assistance programme through Bupa Occupational Health through PAM Free eye tests for VDU users Free Parking is available at majority of our campuses Further information can be found on our Benefits andCareer Development pages. Disability Confident We are a Disability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact (url removed) Armed Forces Covenant As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant,we re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country. Safeguarding We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding Next Steps: CVs are currently not accepted. As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Closing date: 3rd February 2026
