About this role
Speech and Language Therapist
Are you a passionate SaLT looking to escape the 9-to-5 grind and find a role with genuine work-life balance?
We are looking for a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join our growing multidisciplinary team. This isn't just a clinical role; it’s an opportunity to be at the heart of a supportive educational community, transforming the lives of children with diverse SEND needs across the region
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
Great Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 13 weeks of leave per year with our Term Time Only (39 weeks) contract. No weekends, no bank holidays — just time for you
Competitive Rewards: Salary aligned with NHS Band 5 plus a dedicated mileage allowance for travel between our vibrant school sites
A Diverse Portfolio: Gain experience across a unique range of settings, including SEMH, PMLD, PRUs, and Generic Special Schools
Growth-Focused Culture: We’ll invest in you with regular clinical supervision and robust CPD opportunities to help you excel in your career
In this role, you will work with children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC), learning disabilities, and other complex needs across special schools and alternative provisions within the North and West Yorkshire Specialist Schools Partnership (WNYSP). These schools are part of the Wellspring Trust and include:
Springwell Leeds Academy
Springwell Harrogate
The Forest School
Forest Moor School
Green Meadows Academy
Penny Field School
Southview Academy (opening 2027)
Your Impact:
As a key member of our team, you will work across our partnership schools to:
Assess & Diagnose: Identify speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN) in students
Tailor Interventions: Design and deliver evidence-based therapy that fits the student's daily school routine
Collaborate: Work side-by-side with teachers, parents, and fellow professionals to create an environment where communication needs are understood and met