Speech and Language Therapist – SEMH / SEND – SW London Salary: Up to £42,000 Location: South West London Full-time, Permanent Sector: Education / Therapeutic Services A specialist education setting in South West London is looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to join their dedicated, multi-disciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a therapeutic, trauma-informed school environment supporting pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and a range of communication difficulties, often linked with associated SEND and developmental trauma. This role is ideal for a passionate SLT who is confident working independently, collaborating with teachers and other professionals, and delivering impactful intervention to children with complex profiles. Key Responsibilities: * Deliver individual and group speech and language therapy sessions tailored to pupils’ needs and EHCP targets. * Assess pupils on entry and throughout their time at school, producing clear and informative reports for parents, carers, and professionals. * Support and advise staff on communication strategies and embed SaLT approaches across the curriculum. * Develop and implement speech, language and communication plans in collaboration with teaching staff and other therapists. * Provide in-class support to model and reinforce therapeutic communication techniques. * Monitor, evaluate and report on pupils’ progress using standardised and non-standardised assessment tools. * Liaise with families and external professionals (e.g. CAMHS, social care) to ensure consistent support across settings. * Offer training and coaching for school staff on communication, language development and related strategies. * Support pupils during transitions or reintegration phases, including developing social stories, visual supports, and communication aids. * Maintain up-to-date and confidential records in line with professional and statutory guidelines. Person Specification: Essential: * Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy and registration with HCPC and RCSLT. * Experience working with children and young people with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and other SEND. * Experience in an educational or therapeutic school setting. * Strong understanding of developmental language disorders, communication difficulties and the impact of trauma on language acquisition. * Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with teaching and therapeutic teams. * Ability to create and deliver engaging therapy programmes for a range of communication needs. * Confident in writing reports and managing caseloads effectively. * Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities. * Flexible, resilient, and proactive approach. Desirable: * Training in Makaton, PECS, or other augmentative communication systems. * Additional qualifications or CPD in SEMH or trauma-informed practice. Please note, our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship