Speech and Language Therapist - SEN College in Hounslow

Speech and Language Therapist - SEN College (40946) Hounslow, England

Role: Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Hounslow

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Salary: Up to £60000 (Role open to Band 5, 6 and 7 applicants)

Our client, a specialist further education provider, is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to join their multidisciplinary therapy team.

This rewarding role involves supporting young adults aged 19–25 with a range of complex learning and communication needs, including severe and profound learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping learners develop effective communication skills and maximise their independence and participation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions.
• Develop and implement personalised communication programmes.
• Work collaboratively with education, therapy and support staff to embed communication strategies across the curriculum.
• Provide advice, training and guidance to colleagues and families where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to multidisciplinary planning.
• Support the ongoing development of the therapy service.

About You

• A recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy and relevant professional registration.
• A minimum of two years' experience working within a specialist educational or similar setting.
• Experience supporting individuals with severe learning disabilities, profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), autism and complex communication needs.
• A basic understanding of dysphagia management and appropriate referral pathways.
• Excellent communication, organisational and collaborative working skills.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young adults with additional needs.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with NHS Band 5–7 equivalent, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time role working term time plus additional weeks.
• Excellent induction and ongoing professional development.
• Staff discounts and additional employee benefits.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Supportive multidisciplinary working environment with opportunities for career development.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and all successful applicants will be expected to share this commitment.