Speech and Language Therapist

Job Introduction

This is an exciting and unusual opportunity for a Speech and Language therapist who is interested in gaining valuable experience working directly with children in a school setting based at Gonerby Hill Foot Church Of England School.

Working closely with the school’s SENDCO and mainstream SEN hub team, the successful candidate will support pupils with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), helping them to access the curriculum and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to support children with identified Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

Deliver speech and language support programmes, working closely with the SENDCO

Work with individual pupils and small groups to develop communication and language skills.

Monitor and record pupil progress and contribute to review meetings.

Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and parents to support pupils effectively.

The Ideal Candidate will:

Hold a degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Have a strong interest in supporting children with special educational needs.

Be patient, empathetic and committed to helping children thrive.

Have excellent communication and organisational skills.

Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

We offer

The opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience supporting speech and language development.

A welcoming and supportive school community.

Experience working alongside experienced SEND and education professionals.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

Location: Primary School, Grantham, Lincolnshire
Contract: Full time, term time contract. Fixed term for 1 year initially. (Part-time considered)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week: Monday to Friday 8.30 to 15.45 (Some flexibility)
Working weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days)
Starting salary: NJC Grade G6 SCP 15 £25,750 (FTE £30,020 pro-rata for term-time working.)
Start Date: 01 September 2026

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education. All references will be taken up before interview.

Visits are warmly welcomed. However, for an informal discussion please contact the school office on 01476 565800

Application forms and further details are available from the school and on the school website.

Please return completed application forms to Enquiries@gonerbyhillfoot.lincs.sch.uk

Please make the Subject line APPLICATION FOR SPEECH AND LANGUAGE ROLE

Closing date for applications: Midday, Friday 22nd May 2026.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.