Speech & Language Therapist Location: Hounslow Contract: Permanent (Term Time + 2 Weeks) Salary: Equivalent to NHS HCAS Inner Bands 5 (£37,259) - 7 (£63,176) depending on experience Start Date: ASAP Commutable From: Richmond, Hounslow, Ealing, Kingston, Feltham, Twickenham, Staines Opportunity Long Term Futures is seeking a passionate and experienced Speech & Language Therapist to join a well-established specialist provision supporting pupils aged 11-25 with a wide range of complex learning needs. The college provides highly personalised education through three specialist pathways focused on Vocational Learning, Life & Living Skills, and Engagement for Life. Students present with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and complex communication needs. Working alongside the Head of Therapy, you will play a key role in delivering and developing an on-site Speech & Language Therapy service, helping students develop communication, independence, and functional life skills to maximise their outcomes beyond education. Key Responsibilities * Deliver individual and group Speech & Language Therapy interventions tailored to student needs * Complete specialist communication assessments and contribute to EHCP reviews * Develop personalised communication programmes and therapy targets * Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families, and external professionals * Support students using a variety of communication methods, including AAC where appropriate * Provide guidance and training to staff to embed communication strategies throughout the curriculum * Support students with dysphagia awareness and appropriately refer to specialist services where required * Maintain accurate clinical records, reports, and professional documentation Requirements * Degree in Speech & Language Therapy with HCPC registration and membership of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT) * Minimum 2 years of experience working within a specialist school or college setting * Experience supporting young people with Autism (ASC), SLD, PMLD, and complex communication needs * Basic understanding of dysphagia and appropriate referral pathways * Excellent communication, assessment, and report writing skills * Passion for person-centred, multidisciplinary working * Commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for young adults with additional needs What We Offer * A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the recruitment process * Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD opportunities * Opportunity to work within a highly experienced multidisciplinary therapy team * Access to excellent staff wellbeing initiatives and employee benefits * Long-term career progression within a respected specialist education provider Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. J-18808-Ljbffr