Speech and Language Therapist

• Locations

  Hornchurch, London

• Salary

  Negotiable

• Sector

  Education, Lecturing

• Type

  Permanent

🔹 Job Role: Speech and Language Therapist

📍 Location: East London

📄 Contract: Permanent

💷 Salary Range: £46,373 – £54,922 per annum

Exciting Opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist – Join a Thriving College Group in East London

We are proud to be partnering with a highly respected college group in East London to recruit a qualified and passionate Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) for a permanent position within their student support team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive educational environment where your expertise will have a lasting impact on the lives of young people with a range of speech, language, and communication needs.

About the Role

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team and work closely with students aged 16+ who have a range of additional learning needs, including autism, social communication difficulties, and other complex profiles. You will also provide dysphagia support, so competency in dysphagia management is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, intervention, and review for students with communication and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement tailored therapy plans in line with EHCP targets.
• Deliver both 1:1 and small group sessions.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, support teams, and external professionals to embed communication-friendly practices.
• Contribute to staff training and awareness around speech and language strategies.
• Maintain thorough documentation and progress records in line with college and clinical standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration (essential).
• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience.
• Dysphagia trained and competent (essential).
• Experience working with students with SEND in an educational or clinical setting.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent, full-time role within a supportive and experienced college team.
• A progressive and inclusive learning environment.
• CPD and career development opportunities.
• Competitive salary: £46,373 – £54,922 per annum (depending on experience).

If you’re an SLT looking for a new and meaningful challenge, we’d love to speak with you. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while working in a forward-thinking educational setting.

To apply or find out more, please contact our team today. Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting is underway.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual’s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.