Speech and Language Therapist Band 6/7

Large primary schools across two campuses SE18 3HW and E3 2RU

Role: Speech and Language Therapist can be 3 days as well Need to fill asap

Commitment:2 days per week (term time) Sept start dates.

About the School

• Large, 5-form entry mainstream primary school.
• Located in Greenwich, London.
• Operates across two campuses SE18 3 and SE18 6
• Diverse pupil population with a strong inclusive ethos.
• Well-established reputation for supporting children with additional needs.

SEND Provision

• SEND is a key strategic priority for the school.
• Strong SEND leadership team, including three SENDCOs.
• Focus on early identification and meeting need as quickly as possible.
• Collaborative approach with families, school staff and external professionals.
• Established systems and processes already in place.

Speech & Language Therapy Role

• 2 days per week, term time.
• Opportunity to support a varied mainstream caseload.
• Mix of assessments, direct therapy, reviews and staff liaison.
• Contribute to EHCP provision and annual reviews where required.
• Work closely with teaching staff to embed communication strategies within the classroom.
• Opportunity to advise on whole-school communication-friendly practice.

Support Available

• Supportive and knowledgeable SEND team.
• Positive attitude towards Speech and Language Therapy.
• Therapy is already well embedded within the school's SEND provision.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary working.

Ideal Therapist

They're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working collaboratively with school staff.
• Is confident managing a varied paediatric caseload.
• Can prioritise and organise their own workload.
• Is proactive, approachable and solution focused.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.

Why It's an Attractive Role

• Supportive leadership and SEND team.
• Therapy is valued by the school.
• Established systems already in place.
• Opportunity to make a real impact across the school.
• Friendly, inclusive environment with excellent opportunities to build long-term relationships.
• Overall, this is a well-supported, rewarding mainstream school placement where Speech and Language Therapy is recognised as an important part of helping children achieve their full potential.