Specialist College Speech and Language Therapist

The role

You will assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs for young people and adults with complex SEND. You will deliver therapy programmes and provide specialist advice to staff and families.

What you will do

• Assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs for young people and adults with complex SEND, including PMLD and behavioural needs.
• Plan and deliver individualised and group therapy programmes aligned with learners’ functional goals and educational outcomes.
• Provide specialist advice, modelling, and training to teaching staff, support workers, and families.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes, annual reviews, and multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Support service development and best practice.
• Mentor junior colleagues or students (Band 7 level).

Required qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and membership (or eligibility) with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Experience working with young people or adults with SEND, PMLD, complex communication needs, or behavioural challenges.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.
• A reflective and proactive approach to continuing professional development.

About the company

Pulse is a recruitment agency with specialist consultants who understand your profession and are committed to finding opportunities that match your skills, experience, and career aspirations.