Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
Location: Powys, Wales, UK
Salary: £35,481 - £39,423 per annum (pro rata)
Employment Type: Part-time, Term Time Only (41 weeks per year)

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join our expanding therapy team in Powys. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with a range of communication and learning needs within our specialist education settings. You will play a vital part in helping pupils develop essential communication skills to thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist based in Powys, your daily duties will include:

• Conducting comprehensive speech, language, and communication assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Designing and delivering tailored intervention programmes for individual pupils and groups.
• Supporting learners with communication and interaction difficulties, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), and eating and drinking challenges where appropriate.
• Collaborating closely with education, care, and therapeutic professionals to embed communication strategies throughout the school environment.
• Providing expert advice, guidance, and coaching to colleagues to improve communication outcomes across the setting.
• Delivering training sessions for staff, families, and carers to promote consistent communication approaches.
• Contributing to EHCP/IDP reviews, multidisciplinary planning meetings, and wider therapy service developments.
• Championing evidence-based practices and creating communication-friendly learning environments.

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful as a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist, you will need:

• Degree or Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Relevant post-qualification experience supporting children and young people with autism spectrum conditions and complex needs.
• Strong knowledge of SEND frameworks and person-centred practice.
• Experience delivering training, mentoring, or workforce development initiatives.
• Understanding of AAC, PECS, Makaton, and Dysphagia, or a willingness to undertake further specialist training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and case management abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary of £35,481 - £39,423 pro rata, with regular pay reviews.
• Term-time-only working pattern (41 weeks per year).
• Regular clinical supervision and professional guidance.
• Access to ongoing CPD and specialist training programmes.
• Opportunities to work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
• The chance to influence and develop therapeutic practice across our schools.

If you are a qualified Speech & Language Therapist seeking an impactful role in Powys, apply today! 

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