Job Details:
Job Reference: HCC621876
Salary Range: £40,643 - £45,077 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £35,813 - £40,249 per annum)
Work Location: Hampshire, Countywide (specifically Hart & Rushmoor, East Hampshire and Havant)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent (Term-Time only)
Closing Date: 14 September 2025
Interview Date: 25 September 2025
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speech and Language Therapist to join the Education and Inclusion Therapy Service at Hampshire County Council.
Are you looking for a rewarding and varied role within a supportive and forward-thinking team, where you can make a real difference to children and young people across Hampshire? This is your chance to be part of a service that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
The Role:
As a Speech and Language Therapist within our Education and Inclusion Therapy Service, you’ll be part of a dynamic team delivering high-quality therapy support to children and young people in educational settings. You'll work closely with schools, families, and other professionals to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.
This role offers the chance to work across a diverse caseload, applying your clinical expertise in a range of settings and contributing to service development initiatives.
What you’ll do:
* Provide speech and language therapy assessments and interventions for children and young people
* Collaborate with education staff, families, and other professionals to develop and implement effective support plans
* Contribute to training and capacity-building within schools and settings
* Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with professional standards
* Participate in service development and quality improvement activities
* Support whole-school communication strategies and contribute to policy development
* Travel across Hampshire to deliver services in various settings
Please visit our webpage for further information on our Therapy Service (previously the Communication and Interaction Team).
What we’re looking for:
* A qualified Speech and Language Therapist registered with the HCPC
* A strong passion for working with children with additional needs within an educational context
* Experience working with children and young people in educational or community settings and working with children with a range of SEN needs
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with a range of stakeholders
* A flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving and service delivery
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice
* Competent in using IT systems and software for clinical documentation, reporting, and service management
Why join us?
* Be part of a well-established and respected Therapy Service within a high-performing local authority
* Access to a comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities
* Supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support
* Opportunities for career progression and involvement in service innovation
* A flexible and inclusive workplace that values your wellbeing and work-life balance
* Our benefits package includes generous annual leave, a local government pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and access to travel loans and discounts
Additional Information:
Speech and Language Therapist Candidate Pack
Vetting Requirements:
This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
Heather Marshall, Deputy Head of Service on heather.marshall@hants.gov.uk or Michelle Nye, Acting Head of Service on michelle.nye@hants.gov.uk
Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.