Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – Specialist Autism School

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – Specialist Autism School

Location: Park House School, Peterborough

Salary: Band 5 Equivalent: TH1 £36,783 to TH9 £48,087 FTE dependent on experience

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 4 days per week (0.8 FTE) | Term-time only or full year considered

Develop your specialist autism practice within a supportive multidisciplinary team

Join a specialist school where therapy is fully embedded into education and where pupils are supported through deeply individualised, relational, and therapeutic practice.

Recent inspection findings described how:

• “Pupils develop highly effective communication strategies that support their learning. 
• “The therapy and nurture teams, including speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and psychologists, work closely in an integrated and proactive manner.”
• “This consistent support leads to notable improvements, such as in pupils’ academic progress and attendance.”
• “Pupils are listened to and valued.”
• “The school provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that enables students to thrive.”

As Park House School expands to a third site, we are seeking an enthusiastic and reflective Speech and Language Therapist to join our highly specialist multidisciplinary team.

This role is particularly suited to:

• Newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists

• Recently qualified clinicians seeking specialist autism experience

• Therapists looking for a highly supportive and developmental first post

If you are unsure whether you meet all criteria, we strongly encourage an informal conversation.

Why SLTs choose Park House School

• Work in an Excellent-rated specialist autism school

• Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team

• Deliver therapy fully integrated into the school day

• Access regular supervision, CPD, and clinical development

• Develop specialist skills in autism and AAC

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

• Join a relational, values-driven school community

About the role

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will support autistic pupils with a wide range of speech, language, communication, and interaction needs, including non-speaking pupils and pupils using Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC).

You will work closely with:

• A Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

• Clinical Psychologists

• Occupational Therapists

• Assistant Psychologists

• Specialist education staff

This is a varied and rewarding role combining:

• Direct clinical work

• Collaborative MDT working

• Embedded classroom support

• Communication-focused intervention

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering speech, language, and communication assessment and intervention

• Supporting pupils using AAC approaches including PECS, Makaton, PODD and communication devices

• Supporting staff to embed communication strategies throughout the school day

• Contributing to EHCP reviews and multidisciplinary planning

• Delivering individual and small-group intervention

• Supporting the development of communication approaches across the school

Therapy is fully integrated into the educational environment, allowing meaningful work with pupils, families, and staff.

Clinical support and development

We are committed to developing clinicians well.

The successful candidate will receive:

• Regular clinical supervision

• Structured induction and ongoing support

• Protected CPD opportunities

• Support from experienced senior clinicians

• Opportunities to develop specialist autism practice

• Support to complete Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

• (RCSLT) competencies

Where competencies are not fully available in-house, we will work collaboratively with local services to ensure a robust and supportive developmental experience.

About you

You will be:

• A qualified Speech and Language Therapist, or due to qualify soon

• Eligible for HCPC registration and membership of the Royal College of

• Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)

• Passionate about supporting autistic children and young people

• Reflective and motivated to develop clinical skills

• Collaborative and motivated to work within a multidisciplinary team

• Interested in functional communication and inclusive practice

• Experience in SEND, autism, AAC, or specialist education is beneficial but not essential.

What we offer

• Competitive Band 5 equivalent salary

• Flexible contract options (term-time or full year considered)

• Strong supervision and CPD culture

• Wellbeing support including counselling and physiotherapy

• Cycle to Work scheme and employee discounts platform

• Technology provided for flexible working

• A positive, relational, and values-driven working culture

Informal conversations welcome

We understand that moving roles is a big decision, particularly early in your career.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to arrange an informal conversation or visit prior to application.

Contact:

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

For further information and an application pack, please visit:

https://www.parkhouseschool.co.uk

How to apply

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

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