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Speech and Language Therapist

Speech & Language Therapist (Band 5/6 Equivalent) – Maternity Cover
Newcastle upon Tyne | Term Time Only | Fixed Term Contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speech & Language Therapist to join a specialist education setting supporting young people aged 16–25 with learning disabilities, autism, communication difficulties and complex needs.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary therapy team, you will manage a caseload of students with complex speech, language and communication needs, including the use of AAC systems, signing systems and other communication approaches. Experience of supporting dysphagia is desirable.

Requirements:

  • HCPC Registered Speech & Language Therapist
  • Band 5 (NQP competencies completed) or Band 6 level
  • Experience supporting individuals with complex communication needs
  • Knowledge of AAC and alternative communication methods

Benefits:

  • Term time only
  • School holidays off
  • Pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Blue Light Card access
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Phase 1 = Band 5 equivalent SLT who has completed NQP competencies.
  • Phase 2 = Band 6 equivalent SLT with more experience and autonomy.

For all the information on this role or discuss anything else in confidence, please call Marion on 01908 382501 or email marion@greyssr.co.uk

Greys is a Specialist Recruitment Company who works with some of the UK’s leading organisations within the Healthcare industry. If you are an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech & Language Therapist or Rehabilitation Case Manager  looking for Permanent Contact, Ad-Hoc or Sessional work please contact us.


Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne | Salary: | Job type: Contract | Posted: 17/07/2026

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