Speech & Language Therapist

Job Title - Senior Speech and Language Therapist * Salary - Competitive * Location - Manchester, UK * Contract Type - Permanent * Hours - 8:15am - 4:00pm, 4 days per week We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join a dedicated SEND team supporting children and young people with complex communication and learning needs within specialist educational settings. The Organisation The organisation we are recruiting for is committed to delivering high-quality therapeutic and educational support to children and young people with SEND, SEMH, autism spectrum conditions, speech and language difficulties, and attachment needs. They pride themselves on creating a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every young person can thrive and achieve positive outcomes. Role Responsibilities * Independently manage a highly specialist caseload of students with complex speech, language, communication, and learning needs. * Deliver specialist assessments, formulate therapy plans, and provide tailored individual and group interventions. * Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary SEND team to support EHCP Reviews, ILPs, and wider therapeutic strategies. * Support the SENDCo with the strategic development of speech and language provision across the organisation. * Provide specialist advice, mentoring, and supervision to junior therapists and wider staff teams. * Deliver training and workshops for teachers, parents, carers, and professionals on speech and language strategies and interventions. * Work closely with families, education staff, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for students. * Maintain accurate records, reports, and assessments in line with professional and safeguarding standards. * Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance activities. * Support safeguarding and promote the welfare and wellbeing of all students. Essential Requirements * Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification. * HCPC registered. * Member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT). * Experience working with children and young people with EHCPs within educational or specialist settings. * Strong understanding of autism spectrum conditions, SEMH, attachment difficulties, and complex communication needs. * Experience delivering speech and language interventions and specialist assessments. * Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with external agencies and families. * Excellent communication, organisational, and report-writing skills. * Evidence of continued professional development. Desirable Requirements * Previous experience within CAMHS, ASC, SEMH, or specialist school settings. * Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff or students. * Postgraduate qualification or additional specialist training. * Experience delivering staff training and contributing to service development initiatives. Benefits * Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. * Ongoing professional development and specialist training opportunities. * Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary environment. * Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people. * Access to wellbeing support and employee benefits package. * Attractive pension scheme. Don't wait, apply today and become part of a passionate and dedicated team making a genuine difference to young people's lives. Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and enhanced DBS clearance in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency