Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Northwest Birmingham
Salary: Band 6 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time (5 days per week)
Start Date: ASAP (anticipated start September)
About the Role
Following the relocation and expansion of a specialist SEN school in Northwest Birmingham, we are seeking a dedicated and resilient Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join a growing and forward-thinking clinical team.
This is a newly created role within an expanding service, offering the opportunity to work in a well-structured, supportive environment with strong clinical leadership. The successful candidate will work closely alongside an experienced Band 8a Speech and Language Therapist and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based interventions tailored to pupils’ communication needs.
This position has been developed as part of a long-term strategic plan to expand Speech and Language Therapy provision across the organisation, following discussions at a clinical conference earlier this year.
About the School
The school has undergone significant growth over the past 15 months, expanding from 45 pupils to approximately 77, with a registered capacity of 90 and further growth planned.
The provision supports children primarily with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), alongside pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The environment is structured, well-led, and focused on enabling pupils to access education through effective communication strategies.
The organisation is continuing to grow, including acquiring additional schools in the South, creating wider networking and development opportunities for therapists.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, and deliver speech and language therapy interventions for pupils with ASC and SEMH needs
- Develop and implement individualised therapy programmes and communication strategies
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, teaching staff, and pastoral teams
- Provide training, modelling, and support to staff on communication strategies
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on pupil progress
- Contribute to EHCPs, reviews, and clinical documentation
- Take a hands-on clinical role, supported by established systems that reduce administrative burden
Clinical & Operational Support
- Established electronic systems for clinical notes, EHCP tracking, and caseload management
- Reduced administrative workload, allowing greater focus on direct clinical work
- Strong MDT collaboration and integrated working practices
- Opportunity to contribute to educational outcomes and classroom accessibility
Essential Criteria
- HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist
- Minimum of 1 year’s experience working within a SEN setting (school or visiting therapist experience considered)
- Experience supporting children with ASC
- Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
- Resilient, proactive, and flexible approach
Desirable
- Experience working with SEMH needs
What We Offer
- Newly created role within a growing, well-supported service
- Clinical supervision and leadership from an experienced Band 8a Therapist
- Clear CPD pathway with opportunities to progress within the organisation
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Opportunity to help shape and expand Speech and Language Therapy provision
- Collaborative MDT environment with close working relationships across teams
- Networking opportunities with therapists across other schools in the group
- On-site parking and accessible location (near Junction 1, M5, with public transport links)
- Free lunches provided on-site
- Expansion plans including Therapy Assistant support and internal career progression
Please apply below and reach out to Daisy on - D.Jones@linqrecruitment.co.uk or call on 07458142783