Speech and Language Therapist Location: Dagenham Contract Type: Full-Time (within Term-Time) Salary: £160 - £210+ per day (D.O.E) Start Date: ASAP About the Role A specialist SEMH school in Dagenham is seeking a HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist to join its multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people with autism and severe learning difficulties. This role offers the opportunity to deliver specialist communication assessment and intervention, working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff to embed communication strategies across the school. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils develop functional communication and access learning. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of pupils with autism and speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Deliver communication assessments and evidence-based interventions. Develop individual therapy programmes linked to EHCP outcomes. Contribute to EHCP reviews and Annual Review reports. Work collaboratively with teachers, occupational therapists and support staff. Provide staff training and guidance for families where appropriate. Essential Requirements Degree in Speech and Language Therapy. HCPC registered and RCSLT will be preferred. Experience supporting children or young people with autism or complex learning needs. Knowledge of Total Communication approaches and AAC strategies. Experience con...