Speech and Language Therapist

Dawn House School is looking for a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join our specialist multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly supportive educational environment where communication is at the heart of learning and wellbeing.

Job details

Location

Dawn House School, Rainworth, Nottinghamshire

Salary

£38,053 – £41,839

Hours of work

35 hours per week, term time (39 weeks) plus 3 additional weeks during school closure periods

Contract

Permanent

Closing date

June 12, 2026

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Dawn House School, Rainworth, Nottinghamshire
Salary: £38,053 – £41,839
Working pattern: Permanent contract, full-time position (35 hours/week) with part-time hours considered, Monday – Friday; 42 weeks per year (term time plus three additional weeks during the school closure period including Saturdays as required

Generous leave of 10 weeks during the school closure period.

Start Date: ASAP

Role Overview
As a Speech and Language Therapist at Dawn House School you will manage a specialist caseload of pupils with severe and complex speech, language and communication difficulties. Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, residential staff and families, you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate highly individualised therapy programmes that support pupils to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver therapy for a defined caseload of pupils
• Conduct assessments, differential diagnosis and outcome evaluations
• Develop and implement innovative therapy programmes
• Contribute to annual reviews, transition plans and multidisciplinary planning
• Deliver training and advice to staff, families and carers
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary educational setting
• Contribute to outreach, curriculum development and whole-school initiatives

What we are looking for:

• HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist (RCSLT membership essential)
• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with a paediatric caseload
• Experience managing complex speech, language and communication needs
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong assessment, report writing and intervention planning skills

About Us

Dawn House, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day and residential school dedicated to supporting children with complex speech and language challenges. We provide integrated education, therapy, and care to pupils aged 5-19. Our school has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and offers a collaborative, child-centred environment with communication at its heart. Join our passionate and dynamic team, where we give young people the communication skills they need to face the future with confidence. Visit our website here.

You will be part of a specialist setting recognised for its commitment to communication, inclusion and innovation. We offer:

• A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team
• Opportunities for specialist development and leadership
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• The opportunity to shape and influence specialist practice

How to Apply

Have a look at our application pack to find out more about this opportunity and the difference you can make to children’s lives.

The closing date for this vacancy is 9am Friday, 12 th June 2026 with interviews taking place w/c

To apply please send the completed Application Form to School Business Administrator catherine.ingram@dawnhouse.org.uk

Informal enquiries about this post can be made to Andrea Robinson, Head of Therapy on 01623 795361, andrea.robinson@dawnhouse.org.uk

Accessibility Support
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at hr@speechandlanguage.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we carry out safer recruitment principles, as well as appropriate vetting and verifications on all school staff.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education the successful candidate’s employment is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search covering content that is in the public domain.

A copy of our Safeguarding policy can be found here: School Safeguarding Policy