Unlocking Language

Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Mixed Post
The closing date is 09 December 2026

Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity for a inexperienced band 6 to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work across school settings with a structured mix of clients and support:

• 3 days per week working in complex needs educational setting school, as part of an established SLT team
• 2 days per week in a mainstream school

Main duties of the job
Role & Responsibilities As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will:

• Assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with a range of speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN).
• This is an Autism and medical complex needs setting (PMLD secondary).
• Deliver therapy sessions on an individual and group basis, adapting interventions to suit the needs of students.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents, and other professionals to support student progress.
• Develop and implement communication strategies, including the use of AAC where appropriate.
• Write reports and contribute to EHCP reviews.
• Provide training and advice to school staff to help create a communication-friendly environment.
• Be part of a speech and language therapy team and MDT.

What We are Looking For

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist with a degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Experience working in a special school setting or with children with complex communication needs.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge and experience of AAC
• Has a minimum of 2 years experience
• Is passionate about working with children and young people in diverse educational and community settings
• Brings energy, empathy, and curiosity to their work

About us
Why Join Unlocking Language?
We are committed to excellence and empowerment, not only for the children and families we support, but for our team too. As part of Unlocking Language, you will be part of a warm and growing company that invests in your professional journey and celebrates your contribution.

Key Features

• Varied caseload
• Be part of a collaborative SLT team
• Structured supervision and support from experienced SLTs
• Access to high-quality resources and team-wide CPD
• Opportunity to make a tangible difference
• 12 weeks paid holiday*
• Birthday Leave
• Christmas and entire month of August off*
• Termly CPD days plus training budget

Details
Salary: £41,500 to £46,500 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: E0057-26-001156
Job locations: Suite 11 Ensign House, Admirals Way, London, E14 9XQ, United Kingdom

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For questions about the job, contact careers@unlockinglanguage.co.uk or 02075369299.