Package Description

Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT)

Somerset | Somerset Progressive School
Full Time / Flexible Working Available

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Keys Group is a leading provider of therapeutic care and education for children and young people with complex needs. We are seeking a passionate, creative, and proactive Speech and Language Therapist to join our Clinical Team and support pupils at Somerset Progressive School.

This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to make a real difference as part of a friendly, professional, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.

The Role

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality assessment, intervention, and consultation services for pupils with complex SEND. Working closely with education and clinical colleagues, you will support communication, interaction, and emotional development across the school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions

• Deliver consultation and advice to staff, families, and professionals

• Contribute to personalised support plans for pupils with complex needs

• Support pupils with communication, interaction, and language development

• Use a range of SaLT assessment tools and evidence-based interventions

• Work collaboratively within the Clinical Team and wider school community

• Promote positive outcomes for pupils with SEND through trauma-informed practice

• Maintain accurate records and professional documentation

• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and professional standards at all times

About You

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist (essential)

• Post-qualification experience working within SEN education

• Interest in attachment theory and developmental trauma

• Familiarity with a range of SaLT assessment tools and interventions

• Passionate advocate for children and young people with SEND

• Strong communication and collaborative working skills

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Contract & Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities available

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)

• NEST enhanced pension scheme

• Fully funded training and professional development

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Life assurance

• Employee wellbeing app and staff discount schemes

• Blue Light Card eligibility

• Staff Referral Scheme – earn a £500 referral bonus

About Somerset Progressive School

At Somerset Progressive School, we work closely as a community to support pupils with complex needs through therapeutic education. This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a growing service where collaboration, creativity, and care are at the heart of everything we do.

Safeguarding & Equality

Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and actively support veterans and service personnel through our Armed Forces Covenant, offering guaranteed interviews where military experience is evidenced.

📍 School tours are warmly welcomed as part of the interview process.

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