Highly Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

Bracknell Forest; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 41,000 - GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Bracknell is seeking a Highly Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist. The successful candidate will devise and deliver tailored speech therapy services for young people with complex needs. This role requires a relevant degree and expertise in special education. Full-time position offering competitive salary and opportunities for professional development. Please apply through the company website, as direct CV submissions will not be accepted.

Benefits

Employee Assistance programme

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with relevant experience.
• Knowledge of special educational needs and complex needs.
• Experience in delivering therapy in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Devise and deliver a comprehensive service to young people with special needs.
• Run programs based on Education, Health and Care Plans.
• Support collaborative work across the school.

Skills

Speech therapy

Communication skills

Counseling

Education

Relevant degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Highly Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

• Salary: FTE: £41,771-£47,181 plus £729 fringe allowance and £1539 SEN allowance
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full Time/Term Time
• Closing Date: 22/02/2026 at 23:59
• Reference: Spec/26/329962

We are looking for a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our ‘Total Communication’ school. The post holder is responsible for devising, running and delivering a comprehensive and highly specialist service to young people with special and complex needs as identified in their Education, Health and Care Plan and as part of the TALENTS Curriculum.

Refer to the job specification and description for further information, using this as guidance for your application. Ensure that you complete a full employment and education history in the relevant fields. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted, nor CVs in lieu of an application form.

Kennel Lane School is a modern, vibrant and inclusive special school catering for the needs of learners who have a wide range of learning difficulties, aged from 3-19. We offer an exciting learning community where every individual is valued and nurtured.

Our stimulating learning environment showcases our learners’ love of learning. Our innovative teaching and learning approach ensures the best outcomes for our learners through a wide and varied curriculum.

We are strongly committed to providing high quality professional development for all our staff. We strongly support and facilitate collaborative work across the school and in partnership with other schools.

The wellbeing of our staff is an important priority therefore we provide opportunities to ensure that we value their hard work and dedication.

• Employee Assistance programme offering a range of services some of which include:
• In the moment support and counselling for work and home-life issues
• Financial and Legal
• Specialist information e.g. childcare
• 24 hours a day access

Please note that all applications will be considered upon receipt, therefore an early reply is recommended. We reserve the right to close the advert early should the right candidate be appointed.

Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council. The trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is thus not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within three weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.

To arrange a tour or for further information about this post please email: [e-mail]

To be considered for this role, please apply directly through our company website, agencies will not be considered.

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Please apply online (see link below) or contact the school for further details, please DO NOT forward your CV.

Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council. The trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.Equal Opportunities

The Corvus Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenand young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.