Speech, Language and Communication Therapist - Full-time

Ripplevale School and College - Rochester, Rochester

• Ref:MED887-6006-127S
• Posted:16/05/2025
• Pay:FTE £29,950 to £36,483 (Actual £24,898 to £30,301)
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:28/05/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Hours: Full time, permanent, term time only. 35 Hours a week

Salary: FTE £29,950 to £36,483 (Actual £24,898 to £30,301)

Start date: As soon as possible

Your new school

Ripplevale School and College, is a thriving independent special school, for 170 students aged 6 to 25 years old, located in the historic town of Rochester. As part of the Ripplevale family of schools, we provide a holistic, child centred approach to meeting the needs of our students, most of whom have an Education and Health Care Plan. Identified needs may include Autism Spectrum Disorder, dyslexia, speech, language and communication difficulties, DCD, sensory, and high levels of anxiety.

Your new role

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of learners with special educational needs? Ripplevale School and College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Speech, Language and Communication Therapist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team.

As a key member of our therapeutic team, you will:

• Deliver a specialist, integrated speech, language and communication service to learners with SEN.
• Provide targeted SLCT interventions as outlined in the Intervention Schedule.
• Monitor and report on learner progress through the Annual Review and Transitional Review processes.
• Supervise and guide the Assistant Speech, Language and Communication Therapist.
• Train and support Teaching Assistants to embed SLCT strategies within the classroom.
• Collaborate closely with educational teams to enhance learner outcomes.
• Contribute to half-termly therapy meetings, ensuring a holistic, joined-up approach to meeting the needs outlined in SEN Statements and EHC Plans.

What we're looking for

• A qualified and HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist.
• Proven experience working with children and young people with special educational needs.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• A proactive and reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career and make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you!

For more information and to apply, please contact Brett Coventry on 020 3818 7040 or email ripplevale@hays.com 

Early Application Encouraged: Due to the high volume of interest in this position, we may close the vacancy before the stated deadline. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend applying as soon as possible.

Safeguarding recruitment statement

Ripplevale School Rochester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Ripplevale School Rochester is required to conduct online searches about you as part of their shortlisting process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Information about the school

Ripplevale Rochester is an independent specialist provision for students aged 6 to 25 who have been diagnosed with various needs, which may include ASD, dyslexia, speech, language and communication difficulties, DCD, sensory, social, emotional and other learning difficulties along with high levels of anxiety. The school is set in an historic Medway town and enjoys the outstanding community facilities and links that the towns of Chatham and Rochester have to offer.

Ripplevale provides a holistic child centred approach to education underpinned by our team of 98 Teachers, Teaching assistants, Administrators and Therapists, all working in a caring and nurturing environment, with a common belief that all students have the opportunity to make progress and experience success everyday, in a safe, caring, nurturing and secure environment.

Our site boasts well-resourced classrooms, small class sizes, music and drama facilities, Science labs, Therapy rooms, amazing vocational teaching areas such as our hair and beauty studios, a coffee shop, catering kitchens, as well as numerous areas for children to have fun and enjoy social times. Staff are both welcoming and friendly at this independent school and there is a collaborative approach where resources and best practices are shared.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Brett Coventry
• Address:13 New Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1BG
• Telephone: 020 3818 7040
• Email: ripplevale@hays.com