Speech and Language Therapist
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £53,200 per year |
| Additional salary information: | FTE DOE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 October 2025 |
| Location: | Norwich |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 289287FAJ |
Summary
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?
Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training & development?
Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced speech and language therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?
Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Acorn Park School – Norfolk NR16 2HU
Salary: Up to £53,200 pro rata DOE
*Please note- basic grade SALT offers from £33,000+, Specialist from £39,500+ & Highly specialist from £48,000+*
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.
The role:
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Acorn Park School.
Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.
Location: Acorn Park School – Norfolk, Acorn Park School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 4 – 19
Essential Criteria:
Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
HCPC registered
1-2 yrs experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting.
Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice
Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings
Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice
Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills
Good communication skills (oral and written)
Good time management and organisational skills
Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options:
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
£2,000 training allowance
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training & development?
Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced speech and language therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?
Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Acorn Park School – Norfolk NR16 2HU
Salary: Up to £53,200 pro rata DOE
*Please note- basic grade SALT offers from £33,000+, Specialist from £39,500+ & Highly specialist from £48,000+*
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.
The role:
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Acorn Park School.
Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.
Location: Acorn Park School – Norfolk, Acorn Park School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 4 – 19
Essential Criteria:
Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
HCPC registered
1-2 yrs experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting.
Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice
Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings
Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice
Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills
Good communication skills (oral and written)
Good time management and organisational skills
Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options:
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
£2,000 training allowance
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS