Paediatric Special School Speech and Language Therapist

The role

You will assess, deliver, and evaluate interventions for children and young people with Speech, Language and Communication Needs, autism, and complex learning difficulties. You will work within a specialist day school in Swanley.

What you will do

• Assess, diagnose, and deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people with SLCN, autism, and complex learning difficulties.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans in collaboration with teaching and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide specialist advice and recommendations to support pupils' communication across the school day.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, reviews, and staff consultations.
• Offer support, guidance, or supervision to junior staff or assistants (Band 7 level).

Required qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration.
• Eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Experience working with children and young people with autism, learning disabilities, or complex needs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary setting.
• A proactive, reflective, and child-centred approach to practice.

About the company

Pulse is a recruitment agency with dedicated consultants who focus on finding roles that match clinical skills, experience, and career aspirations.