Lead Speech & Language Therapist

Ready to make a real impact as a Lead Speech and Language Therapist?

A specialist school in Chelmsford is looking for a Lead Speech and Language Therapist (Band 7 equivalent) to join its growing multidisciplinary team in a leadership capacity.

This is an opportunity to work within excellent, purpose-built facilities designed to create the best possible environment for both pupils and staff.

The school specialises in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, placing therapy at the heart of its approach.

In this role, you will work across both primary and secondary provisions, supporting children and young people at different stages of their education, while also providing clinical leadership, supervision and guidance to the wider therapy team.

As part of a respected specialist education provider, you'll be joining an organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality therapeutic and educational support to children and young people with additional needs.

This is a permanent Lead Speech and Language Therapist role.

• Innovative 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off calendar
• Private healthcare package (including dental, optical and mental health)
• Up to 100% funding for professional qualifications
• MacBook provided for work & home use
• Balanced workload with protected time for meetings and training

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy with full HCPC registration
• Experience in a Senior or Lead role (Band 7 equivalent)
• Previous experience working with children & young people
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check
• Experience within SEMH, CAMHS or a similar specialist setting is essential
• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs