Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist – Specialist Autism School
Location: Park House School, Peterborough
Salary: Band 6-7 Equivalent: £39,760 – £56,862 (depending on experience)
Type: Full time/ Permanent
Hours: Term time only (4 days per week)

Make a real impact as an SLT in a specialist autism setting — with term-time working and a supportive MDT

Join an Excellent-rated specialist school where therapy is fully embedded into education, and where your work directly shapes outcomes for autistic children and young people.

Park House School is expanding to a third site, creating an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to play a key role in developing communication provision within a highly regarded and growing organisation.

This role is a great fit if you are:

• A Band 5/6 SLT looking to specialise in autism

• A Band 6 ready to step into a Band 7-level role

• A Band 7 SLT seeking better work–life balance (term-time working)

• An SLT who enjoys working closely with education teams and embedding therapy into daily practice

If you're unsure whether you meet all criteria, we strongly encourage an informal chat.

Why SLTs choose Park House School

• Work in an Excellent-rated specialist autism school

• Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team

• Deliver therapy that is fully integrated into the school day

• Access regular supervision, CPD, and career development

• Enjoy term-time working and improved work–life balance

• Join a growing organisation with long-term progression opportunities

About the role

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will support pupils with complex communication needs, helping to embed effective communication strategies across the school.

This is a varied and rewarding role combining:

• Direct clinical work

• Staff collaboration and training

• Whole-school communication support

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering assessment and evidence-based intervention

• Supporting staff to embed communication strategies in the classroom

• Developing individual communication plans

• Contributing to EHCP reviews and multidisciplinary planning

• Delivering training and capacity-building for staff

• Supporting the development of communication provision across the school

About the pupils

You will support autistic children and young people with complex communication and interaction needs.

Therapy is fully integrated into the educational environment, allowing you to work closely with teachers, support staff, and families to achieve meaningful outcomes.

About you

You will be:

• A qualified Speech and Language Therapist

• HCPC registered (RCSLT membership or eligibility expected)

• Confident supporting children and young people with communication needs

• Passionate about autism and neurodiversity-affirming practice

• Collaborative and motivated to work within a multidisciplinary team

Experience in SEND or specialist education is beneficial but not essential.

Career development

This role provides highly relevant experience for clinicians interested in:

• Community paediatrics and autism services

• Band 6–7 NHS roles

• Specialist communication pathways and EHCP work

You will gain valuable experience in:

• Autism and complex communication needs

• Multidisciplinary working

• Clinical reporting and service development

What we offer

• Competitive salary aligned to Band 6–7 SLT roles

• Flexible working options (term-time, part-time, full-time considered)

• Structured induction and ongoing supervision

• Strong CPD support

• A positive, values-driven working culture

Not sure? Let’s talk first

We understand that moving roles is a big decision — especially into a specialist setting.

We strongly encourage an informal conversation before applying.

Contact: Dr. Tom Crossland on 01733 271187 or email: tom.crossland@parkhouseschool.co.uk

How to apply

Please download and complete the application form and return it to:
finance@parkhouseschool.co.uk

Only completed application forms can be considered.

Apply early

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.