Post-16 Phase Lead (Therapist) Highly Specialist Practitioner

The role is currently held by job share, although one job share partner is stepping down, the other is on maternity leave, therefore one half of the role is subject to 6–12-month maternity cover contract.

Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist looking for your next leadership opportunity?
Would you like to play a key role in shaping the future of a thriving Post-16 provision, helping young people with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) develop the skills, confidence and independence they need for adult life?

Blossom House School is seeking an outstanding Speech and Language Therapist to join our specialist multidisciplinary team as Post-16 Phase Lead (Therapist).

This is a unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise, strategic leadership and educational innovation within an award-winning specialist school where therapy is fully integrated into every aspect of learning.

About Us

Blossom House School is an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 3–19 with speech, language and communication difficulties.

Our school is built on a simple but powerful belief: every child deserves the opportunity to flourish. Through a highly supportive, nurturing and transdisciplinary approach, we help our students build confidence, develop independence and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

● Kindness
● Belonging
● Growth
● Responsibility

About the Role

Working alongside a qualified Teacher Phase Lead, you will jointly lead our Post-16 provision and multidisciplinary staff team.

As the Therapy Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring students receive outstanding therapeutic and educational support, while helping shape a curriculum that prepares young people for adulthood, employment, further education and independent living.

You will:
● Lead and manage the Post-16 therapy provision.
● Coordinate therapeutic assessment, planning and intervention.
● Support and develop a multidisciplinary team of therapists, teachers and support staff.
● Oversee student progress, EHCP outcomes and annual reviews.
● Contribute to curriculum development and strategic planning.
● Build strong relationships with families, colleges and external professionals.
● Promote a nurturing, ambitious and inclusive learning environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a therapist who enjoys leadership, collaboration and making a lasting difference.

About You:

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Speech and Language Therapist who can inspire colleagues and champion excellent outcomes for young people with additional needs.

You will have:

Essential

● Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
● HCPC registration.
● Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
● Experience working with children and young people with SEN, particularly SLCN.
● Experience working with KS4 and/or Post-16 learners.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Strong organisational and leadership abilities.
● A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Desirable

● Experience leading a specialist or multidisciplinary team.
● Management or leadership training.
● Experience supporting EHCP processes and annual reviews.
● Experience within specialist educational settings.

Why Join Blossom House?

We understand that exceptional outcomes for students begin with exceptional support for staff.

We offer:

● A highly supportive and collaborative working environment.
● Small class sizes and opportunities for individualised intervention.
● Access to a large multidisciplinary therapy team including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Art Therapists, Music Therapists and Play Therapists.
● Ongoing professional development and training.
● Accredited Elklan training.
● Competitive salary and benefits package.
● Termly wellbeing allowance.
● Healthcare cash plan.
● Cycle to Work Scheme.
● Free refreshments and weekly staff lunches.
● Excellent transport links across London and Surrey.

Safeguarding

Blossom House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting thebwelfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and robust safer recruitment procedures.

Apply Now

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career and help shape an exceptional Post-16 provision for young people with communication needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Blossom House School and help every student flourish.