Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Central role assigned to South Cumbria (Barrow-in-Furness)
Are you a passionate Speech and Language Therapist looking to transform outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?
At Co-op Academies Trust, we are looking for a dedicated, forward-thinking Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in South Cumbria (Barrow-in-Furness). Many of our schools serve areas facing high levels of deprivation across the North of England. In this unique role, you won’t just manage a caseload—you will work alongside school staff, SENCOs, and external partners to build long-term capacity, upskill teaching teams, and create truly communication-friendly environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver individual and group speech, language, and communication assessments and evidence-based interventions for pupils with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and sensory processing needs.
- Work closely with school SENCOs, teachers, and support staff to embed practical speech and language strategies across the wider curriculum.
- Design and deliver high-quality training and practical workshops for school staff, parents, and carers.
- Collaborate alongside existing NHS Speech and Language Therapy provisions to maximise support capacity across our primary and secondary academies.
- Contribute to Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), maintaining thorough records in accordance with HCPC and RCSLT standards.
What We Are Looking For
- Qualifications: Recognised Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and active registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Experience: Proven experience working in inclusive educational settings with young people with SEND and complex learning or communication needs.
- Skills: Strong collaborative skills, expertise in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC), ability to produce high-quality clinical reports, and a passion for empowering school staff.
- Values: A clear commitment to co-operative principles, inclusion, equal opportunities, and public service.
Why Choose Co-op Academies Trust?
- Values-Driven Culture: Guided by our Ways of Being Co-op (Do what matters most, Be yourself always, Show you care, Succeed together), we place ethics, equity, and community at the heart of everything we do.
- Dedicated Supervision & Professional Growth: Access clinical supervision, peer support networks, and ongoing continuous professional development (CPD).
- Competitive Employee Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, Co-op staff discounts, and access to a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits.