Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

As a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you’ll play a vital role at Abbey School, working alongside a passionate team that shares your dedication to making a difference. Nestled in the heart of Chester, our historic Grade II* listed building blends timeless beauty with modern, high-tech learning facilities.

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Join our team as a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils. Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who share your passion for making a lasting difference.

• Full time
• Starting salary from £37,338 depending on skills and experience
• Start Date: As soon as possible

Please note that this role is not suitable for newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists. This role would be suitable for candidates with knowledge and experience in line with agenda for change band 6. We would also consider applications from individuals looking for a band 5/6 development post.

What you will do

• Deliver specialised speech, language, and communication support to children and young people (aged 4-19) with complex autism, learning difficulties, and behaviours that challenge, within a school setting. 
• Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure every pupil's needs are understood, accurately planned for, and closely monitored.
• Empower teaching staff with expert advice to support pupils' communication development, driving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
• Provide both direct and indirect therapy to individuals and groups of pupils, ensuring tailored care and support.

Who we’re looking for

• A qualified Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC registration
• Experience working with children with autism and complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields
• A commitment to evidence-based practices and a passion for helping children thrive

If you’re ready to make a profound impact, download our recruitment pack for a full job description and person specification. The ideal candidate will meet the essential criteria listed.

Why join Abbey School?

Join Something Exceptional: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.

State-of-the-Art Resources: Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.

Professional Development: Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.

Inspiring Location: Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme
• Technology appropriate for your job
• Comprehensive staff training programme
• Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.
• Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme 
• The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others

Please see https://abbeyschool.com/job/speech-and-language-therapist/ for more information 

How to apply

We encourage you to complete a school application form, available to download above, and send this to recruitment@abbeyschool.com 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so apply today and take the first step towards joining our inspiring team. 

Additional notes

 The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.

Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.