Speech and Language Therapist

St Teresa's; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A caring educational institution in Chelmsford seeks a qualified Speech and Language Therapist. This part-time position involves supporting autistic young people and enhancing their communication skills. You will work in a collaborative environment, focusing on personalized development within a dedicated team. The role requires professionalism, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to help pupils achieve their personal and academic goals. If you are passionate about making a difference, join us in this unique opportunity.

Qualifications

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist with experience in a school setting is preferred.
• Ability to work with autistic young people and carry a positive attitude.
• A commitment to professional development and teamwork in a tight-knit environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language therapy for pupils with autism.
• Support the development of social communication skills.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to enhance pupil learning experiences.

Skills

Professionalism

Organization

Communication Skills

Collaborative Approach

Proactivity

Job description

Speech & Language Therapist - School Based

Job Ref No. ECC7006-107  Position Type: Teaching/Child Support  Pay Range: Scale 10 Points 34 - 37

Position Start Date: Immediate  Contract Type: Part-time  Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 20/02/2026 Midday  Date of Interviews: W/c 23rd February 2026

Overview

Speech & Language Therapist - Unique Opportunity!! We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our school community. This is a unique opportunity for a qualified Speech and Language Therapist to become part of our special school community, with all the benefits that working in a school brings. We will help develop your skills and expertise to support a positive and enriching educational experience for our autistic young people. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dedicated, pupil-centred and forward-thinking new school.

We have established a therapeutic, dedicated, tight-knit and supportive team who prioritise the needs of the pupils through an evolving curriculum with the development of social communication at its core. We have an opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our team. Are you….

• Professional, confidential and calm
• Organised, efficient and solution focused
• Confident supporting individuals and groups
• Proactive, caring and positive with people
• Keen to learn and share your expertise
• An excellent communicator and collaborator

This is a unique opportunity to join us in developing a school that provides a holistic education and environment for pupils with autism, appropriate for their specific needs. At Hawthorns, pupils are supported to achieve a range of individual, personal and academic goals by a team of teaching, support and therapy staff. We are committed to developing pupil achievement through the aims of personal growth, participation and preparation for adulthood.

We are looking for resilient and collaborative team members to join our school community who work hard, have a desire to learn, are adaptable and have a 'can do' attitude. If you are someone who embraces a challenge and has a sense of humour we would love to meet you.

The role is designed to help us provide the correct, sympathetic environment our pupils need and to develop our professional skills. Ultimately we are looking for term-time working, but we may be flexible. We can offer you professional fulfilment, development, care, attention to wellbeing and a lot of fun!

The Hawthorns is one of a community of Special Schools, supported by the well-established and highly regarded SEAX Trust. SEAX respects and trusts each school to evolve its unique identity, whilst providing layers of support and networking at all professional levels. Together, in close partnership with Essex Local Authority, The Hawthorns School could not be in a better position to continue fulfilling its aims of personal growth, participation and preparation.

Information about the School

The Hawthorns School opened its doors in January 2023 for children with autism. We are now in our beautiful purpose-built school in the heart of Chelmsford and are extending our provision for KS3 and KS4 pupils.

The provision at the school caters for pupils who have a diagnosis of autism and offers a full-time education with a focus on social communication, emotional regulation and relationship-building while, at the same time, offering a broad and balanced range of curriculum subjects, including literacy and numeracy.

Pupils will be aged 7-16 and will have an EHCP. There will be ten residential places available for pupils from Monday to Thursday each school week. These will be managed by the school and will enhance the day curriculum offer.

We have established a school which embodies the ethos, vision and values of the SEAX Trust and the other schools in the Trust (Thriftwood School & College, Langham Oaks School, Grove House School and Kingswode Hoe School).

The Hawthorns’ mission:

Our mission is to provide a personalised and imaginative curriculum designed to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to build the basis for a purposeful and fulfilling adult life for young people with autism. Through outstanding teaching and secure relationships, pupils will gain the confidence to communicate effectively, acquire appropriate accreditation for next steps forward, learn core skills for life, develop healthy relationships, self-advocate, contribute to their community and keep themselves safe.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Carrie Massey
The Hawthorns School
Thornhurst Road, Chelmsford
Essex, CM1 2XT Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Important: Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENCO) position appears to be a separate listing with closing date 20/02/2026 Midnight.