Job Description
Job Title: Speech and Language TherapistLocation: The Woodlands School, Admiral Drive, Hazeley, Milton Keynes, MK8 0PUStart Date: September 2025 - Fixed Term until 27th March 2026Salary: £36,124 - £40,476 (Unbanded MKC Grade G1-G4)Hours: 37 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Full Time / Term-Time Only + 5 days in holidays (with option for 5 days’ term-time leave)Contract Type: Fixed Term
About The Aspire Federation
The Aspire Federation schools are specialist education settings committed to delivering the highest quality integrated education, therapy, and care. The schools provide a supportive, multidisciplinary environment for students with severe and complex speech, language, and communication needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, and associated learning and behavioural difficulties.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the dedicated team at The Woodlands School. You will deliver clinically effective, person-centred, and evidence-based therapy to students, supporting them to access learning and communication in a tailored and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver speech and language assessments and interventions for students across the school
* Work within your scope of practice to support a diverse paediatric caseload
* Provide training and support to teaching staff - including group workshops and learner-specific input
* Collaborate closely with the school’s multidisciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, and support assistants
* Maintain professional relationships with students, families, and external services
You Will Work Closely With:
* Students and their families/carers
* School staff across education and therapy
* Community services and allied professionals
Ideal Candidate
* HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist
* Experience with or interest in complex communication needs, ASD, and paediatrics
* Passion for integrated, child-centred working in an educational setting
* Confident delivering both therapy and staff training