About this role
Chiltern Way Academy Trust is a highly successful, award‑winning Specialist Multi Academy Trust with multiple state‑of‑the‑art campuses. Our teams work across a broad range of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, delivering innovative, transformational education and exceptional care that changes the life chances of young people every day.
Across our nine sites, we offer outstanding facilities and a highly skilled staff team, enabling us to deliver exceptional education and care across the full range of behavioural and communication needs.
The OpportunityWe are expanding our multidisciplinary therapy provision and are seeking Speech & Language Therapists at all levels to join our teams across Hampshire & Bucks , including an exciting Senior Speech & Language Therapist leadership opportunity.
These roles offer the chance to contribute to a developing, forward-thinking service where communication is at the heart of learning and inclusion.
About the RolesSpeech & Language Therapist / Specialist Speech & Language TherapistYou will play a key role in establishing and developing speech and language therapy provision across the Trust.
You will:
Deliver specialist, outcome-focused interventions for pupils with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN)Embed communication strategies across the curriculum to support access to learningWork collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals to ensure a holistic approachContribute to staff training and professional development, supporting a whole-school approach to SLCNSenior Speech & Language TherapistIn this key leadership role, you will:
Lead the development and delivery of a specialist speech and language therapy service for pupils with highly complex needsProvide advanced clinical expertise and oversee therapy provision across your siteEmbed communication strategies across the curriculum at a strategic levelDeliver and oversee training, supervision, and staff developmentCoordinate multidisciplinary working and contribute to service development and quality assuranceProvide clinical leadership within your area of responsibilityAbout YouWe are looking for passionate professionals who bring:
A recognised qualification in Speech & Language Therapy with HCPC and RCSLT registrationExperience working with children and young people with ASC, SEMH, and complex communication needsStrong communication, organisational, and collaborative working skillsFor senior roles, you will also demonstrate:
Significant clinical experienceStrong leadership and clinical decision-making skillsA passion for developing others and driving high-quality, outcome-focused practiceWhy Join Us?Be part of a highly respected, award-winning TrustWork in state-of-the-art environments with a supportive multidisciplinary teamPlay a key role in shaping and developing therapy servicesMake a genuine and lasting difference to young people’s livesJoin us—and help transform communication, unlock potential, and change futures.
Our CommitmentEquality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels valued and supported to thrive.
Chiltern Way Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
The Trust complies with its obligations under GDPR and data protection legislation.