Permanent Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist - South London

Job Title: Speech & Language Therapist

Banding: Band 6
Location: Vauxhall, London
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a committed and skilled Speech & Language Therapist to join a specialist day school in Vauxhall, London, catering to children and young people aged 5 to 17 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), with a particular focus on social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to work within a therapeutic and educational setting, where your expertise will contribute to a seamless model of care and support for pupils with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Deliver tailored speech and language therapy interventions to children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs.


• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to support therapeutic learning environments.


• Contribute to assessments, care planning, and progress reviews.


• Provide training and guidance to educational staff to ensure consistent, clinically informed support.


• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation in line with professional standards.


• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to service improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Be a qualified Speech and Language Therapist registered with the HCPC.


• Have experience working with children and young people with complex needs, particularly SEMH.


• Be confident in delivering therapeutic interventions and supporting staff teams.


• Be proactive, organised, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for pupils.


• Be an effective communicator and clinical role model.

Why Choose This Role?

• New, highly-competitive pay scales.


• Be part of a unique, seamless therapeutic team model.


• Access to Vitality’s private healthcare package, including medical, dental, lifestyle benefits, discounted gym membership, and rewards.


• Receive an Apple MacBook for use at school and home.


• Opportunities for high-quality professional development, career progression, and up to 100% financial support towards relevant professional qualifications.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring other opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.

International Recruitment Notice

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.