Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist Salary: £33,612.80 – £49,067.20 (DOE) Contract: Permanent, Full Time Location: Cranborne – Specialist College & School Setting Hours: 40 hours per week (8am–4.30pm, Monday–Friday) A specialist education and residential setting in Cranborne is seeking a passionate and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join a growing multidisciplinary therapy team. This is an opportunity to support children and young people with complex communication needs and help them build confidence, independence and long term life skills. The environment offers person centred academic and vocational programmes designed to prepare students for adulthood, employment and further study. Youll be part of a supportive team committed to improving resilience, emotional intelligence and overall wellbeing. The Role As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will deliver high quality, student centred therapy across both the college and school. Youll manage a varied caseload and work closely with education, residential and clinical colleagues to ensure communication strategies are embedded throughout the setting. Key responsibilities include: Managing a caseload of students with complex communication needs Delivering direct and indirect therapy interventions Completing assessments and developing tailored treatment plans Reviewing progress and adapting interventions as required Embedding communication strategies across classrooms and residential areas Supporting and training staff to develop their understanding of communication needs Contributing to EHCP reviews, annual reviews and clinical reporting Working collaboratively with families, carers and external professionals Supporting wider service development, governance and caseload management About You Youll be an enthusiastic, organised and compassionate therapist with a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people with complex needs. You will need: A recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree HCPC registration and RCSLT membership Experience delivering assessment, intervention and evaluation (including placements) A strong interest in autism and communication needs The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload Commitment to CPD and reflective practice Desirable: Experience in specialist education settings, working with complex needs, or supporting students with autism .