Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT)
New Forest Care
Hythe Marina Village, HytheView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£42,000
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will assess and treat children with speech and language needs in several specialist schools, working three days a week. The role suits a qualified therapist who enjoys teamwork and reflective practice.
What you'll need
- Qualified Speech and Language Therapist registered with the HCPC
- Experience at Band 5 level or equivalent in a school or health setting
- Ability to travel between multiple school sites each week
- Good communication and teamwork skills with teachers and clinicians
- Willingness to engage in reflective practice and supervision
How to boost your chances
- Highlight any previous work in schools on your CV
- Mention your flexible schedule and ability to work three days a week
- Prepare examples of teamwork and reflective practice for interview
- Ensure your HCPC registration is up‑to‑date before applying
- Research the specialist schools in Hythe to show genuine interest
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Job description
Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) – Part-time considered
We are seeking a skilled, reflective, and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) to join our growing Clinical Services Team on a part-time basis (3 days per week), working across multiple specialist school sites. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Band 5 SaLT looking to consolidate and develop their skills within a supportive, reflective, and multidisciplinary environment. You will work alongside an experienced SaLT and a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (SALTA), supporting children and young people with complex social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
This role is ideal for a therapist who values trauma-informed practice, relationship-based approaches, and functional, meaningful outcomes, and enjoys contributing to a wider multidisciplinary team.
New Forest School is an independent specialist school on the edge of the New Forest, Hampshire, supporting children and young people aged 8–16 with complex needs, including autism, attachment difficulties, developmental trauma, and SEMH presentations. We provide a therapeutic, nurturing, and child-centred approach to education, with strong collaboration between education and clinical teams.
As part of our Clinical Services Team, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based speech and language therapy to support students’ communication, learning, emotional regulation, and wellbeing. Responsibilities include assessment, direct and indirect intervention, group work, contribution to EHCP processes, staff training, and CPD opportunities.
This post is ideal for a Band 5 SaLT who is motivated to develop their skills and grow within a specialist school setting, with strong support and supervision available.
- Assess speech, language, communication, and interaction needs using standardised and non-standardised tools.
- Develop, implement, and review individualised SaLT intervention plans.
- Deliver direct and indirect interventions, including 1:1, small group, and class-based support.
- Provide communication-focused input to support emotional regulation, social interaction, and engagement in learning.
- Write clear, functional reports to inform EHCPs, annual reviews, and multi-agency meetings.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary Clinical Services Team.
- Contribute to MDT meetings, clinical discussions, and joint planning.
- Liaise effectively with teaching staff, parents/carers, and external professionals.
- Provide regular feedback and guidance regarding student progress and outcomes.
- Provide clinical support, opportunities for observation, and CPD for a named Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (SALTA).
- Monitor delegated programmes and support accurate data collection.
- Make effective use of supervision and line management.
- Deliver staff training on relevant speech, language, and communication topics.
- Support the development of communication-friendly and regulation-supportive environments.
- Provide informal coaching to help staff embed SaLT strategies into daily classroom practice.
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with GDPR, HCPC, and RCSLT standards.
- Manage and prioritise a caseload across multiple sites.
- Engage in CPD and maintain evidence-based practice.
- Uphold professional ethics and standards at all times.
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
- HCPC registration and RCSLT membership.
- Ability to work independently across multiple school sites.
- A full driving licence and access to a car are essential, as travel between school sites is required.
- Experience working with children and young people with complex needs, ideally within SEMH or trauma-informed settings.
- Understanding of social communication difficulties and developmental language disorder.
- Experience contributing to EHCPs or multi-agency working.
- Confidence delivering staff training and consultation.
- An understanding and awareness of different AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) systems, and familiarity with using symbol-software.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Clear, sensitive, and confident communication style.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Emotional resilience and professionalism when managing challenging situations.
- Confident advocate for young people, while maintaining a collaborative ethos.
- Reflective practitioner committed to learning and development.
- A supportive and collaborative Clinical Services Team.
- Strong emphasis on supervision, reflection, and staff wellbeing.
- Opportunities to shape service development and practice.
- The chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact on children and young people with complex needs.
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First seen
13 August 2026
Last checked
18 October 2026
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