Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Kings Bromley, Burton-On-Trent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 302451FAJ |
Summary
Job Title: Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Trent Acres – Staffordshire DE13 7HR
Salary: £30,000 DOE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent – 52 weeks
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
The role:
We are looking for a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Trent Acres 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.
Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.
Location: Trent Acres – Staffordshire DE13 7HR – Trent Acres School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 – 19
Options Trent Acres
Education - Options Autism
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
HCPC registered
Registered with the RCSLT
Relevant previous experience as student SaLT or in a previously held job or placement
Some experience of engaging and supporting individuals presenting with complex communication profiles associated with autism, cognitive differences / difficulties and other diagnoses.
Some awareness 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
Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills. ✓ Good communication skills (oral and written).
Good time management and organisational skills
Clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards and competent in core areas of SaLT
Some knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
Some understanding of how arousal levels can impact on communication skills.
Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
Basic IT skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Evidence of some CPD
Willingness to attend training course and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
Full driving license and access to a car
Why work for us?
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 health 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
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
Job Ref: 302451
Location: Trent Acres – Staffordshire DE13 7HR
Salary: £30,000 DOE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent – 52 weeks
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
The role:
We are looking for a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Trent Acres 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.
Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.
Location: Trent Acres – Staffordshire DE13 7HR – Trent Acres School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 – 19
Options Trent Acres
Education - Options Autism
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
HCPC registered
Registered with the RCSLT
Relevant previous experience as student SaLT or in a previously held job or placement
Some experience of engaging and supporting individuals presenting with complex communication profiles associated with autism, cognitive differences / difficulties and other diagnoses.
Some awareness 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
Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills. ✓ Good communication skills (oral and written).
Good time management and organisational skills
Clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards and competent in core areas of SaLT
Some knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
Some understanding of how arousal levels can impact on communication skills.
Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
Basic IT skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Evidence of some CPD
Willingness to attend training course and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
Full driving license and access to a car
Why work for us?
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 health 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
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
Job Ref: 302451