Speech and Language Therapist - Term Time

Danecourt School, Gillingham

• Ref:KCC887-7031-182S
• Posted:11/06/2025
• Pay:PO1 (27-27) £30,537.00 - £39,055.00 (Actual)
• Start Date:TBC
• App Close Date:29/08/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Danecourt Primary School Is HiringA Speech and Language Therapy Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist developing a specialism in working with children with complex learning needs. You will play a key role in our in-house therapy team, supporting communication development across the school and helping every pupil find their voice.

You’ll work collaboratively with our Occupational Therapist, Behaviour Specialist, and Therapies Assistant to deliver integrated support within our primary-aged special school. You’ll also liaise with NHS colleagues and partner with our teaching teams to embed communication strategies into everyday learning.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering universal, targeted, and specialist interventions for pupils with diverse communication needs

• Implementing low, lite, and high-tech AAC solutions as part of a Total (inclusive) Communication approach

• Supporting a small but growing number of pupils with assessed feeding difficulties (basic dysphagia training essential)

• Collaborating with staff, families, and external professionals to provide consistent support

• Delivering training for class teams, parents, and whole-school staff to embed communication strategies

• Contributing to EHCP reviews and reports to support SEND planning

• Receiving supervision and peer support from our Highly Specialist SaLT

What We’re Looking For

• HCPC registered with a recognised Speech and Language Therapy qualification

• Experienced in working with children with complex needs, ideally in special or SEN settings

• Skilled in using a range of AAC tools and approaches

• Trained in basic dysphagia management

• Able to build strong, collaborative relationships with pupils, families, and teams

• Passionate about inclusion and committed to helping pupils reach their potential

Why Join Danecourt?

You’ll see the difference your work makes as pupils grow in confidence and communication.

Our team loves working here because:

• Real Impact: See your interventions in action daily within a school-based setting

• Supportive Team: Work in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued

• Inclusive & Ambitious: As part of Maritime Academy Trust, we’re a network prioritising inclusion, innovation, and growth

• Flexible Working: Full-time role, with openness to alternative working patterns to support your work-life balance

• Great Benefits: Including Local Government Pension Scheme membership, Employee Assistance Programme, and CPD opportunities

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you want to transform children’s lives and be part of a supportive, progressive community, we’d love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a tour or informal chat, contact Lou Elliott on 01634 232589.

For full details, please see the Candidate Information Pack. Applications should be submitted online via the My New Term website. Please apply early as we may interview and appoint before the closing date and reserve the right to close early.

Maritime Academy Trust values diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds and skills. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is central to our recruitment. The post requires a successful Enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks before appointment.

Information about the school

Danecourt School is part of the Maritime Academy Trust, an innovative partnership of schools in Greenwich, Bexley, Kent, and Medway. Across the Trust, we believe in transforming education through collaboration, creativity, and an entrepreneurial curriculum that equips children with essential life skills.

At Danecourt, we are proud to be a specialist primary school for pupils with a wide range of needs — including complex learning difficulties and autism. Every child here is valued, supported, and challenged to achieve their personal best.

Our mission is to help all pupils become “STARS” -

S - Self reliant T - Team Players A - Aspirational R - Resilient S - Successful

We achieve this through a personalised curriculum tailored to each child’s individual needs. Our highly trained and dedicated staff have the highest expectations for every pupil — celebrating difference, encouraging curiosity, and unlocking potential in every lesson.

Collaboration sits at the heart of all we do. We work closely with families, carers, and specialist agencies to ensure every child thrives academically, emotionally, and socially. Pupil progress and achievement are celebrated in meaningful ways that reflect the uniqueness of each learner.

If you’re interested in joining our community, we warmly welcome you to visit us — meet our pupils and staff, see our approach in action, and experience the truly special atmosphere that defines Danecourt School.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Maritime Academy Trust
• Address:50 John Harrison Way, Greenwich, London, SE10 0BG
• Telephone: 020 8858 0394
• Email: recruitment@maritimeacademytrust.org

Documents

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• Application Pack