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Graduate Speech and Language Therapist - SEND Support, KPI EDUCATION
Graduate Speech and Language Therapist – SEND Support
Location: Birmingham Contract: Full Time Start Date: September Salary: £29,000 – £36,000 per year
About the Role
Are you a newly qualified Speech & Language Therapist eager to gain practical experience in an educational setting? Looking to make a real difference for children and young people with communication and learning challenges?
This exciting graduate opportunity allows you to develop your therapeutic skills while working alongside pupils, teachers, and SEND professionals. Ideal for those looking to build experience in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), education, or healthcare before specialising further.
In this role, you’ll collaborate with SENDCo, teaching staff, and pastoral teams to support students with a range of speech, language, and social communication needs, helping them thrive in mainstream education.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group intervention support for students with speech, language, and communication needs
- Assist pupils with SEND, including those with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) challenges
- Help students access the curriculum within mainstream classroom settings
- Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals
- Build strong supportive relationships to enhance student progress, confidence, and well-being
Person Specification
We're seeking a passionate graduate with:
- A recognised qualification in Speech & Language Therapy
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) – desirable but not essential
- Experience supporting children with SEMH needs
- HCPC registration (or actively working towards it)
- Previous experience working with children or young people, preferably in a specialist or independent school setting
- Strong knowledge of speech and language difficulties, social communication issues, and SEND
- A patient, flexible, and empathetic approach
- Excellent communication and teamworking skills
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What We Offer
- A long-term position within one supportive school
- Full-time role with consistent, structured working hours
- Guidance from experienced SEN and leadership teams
- Valuable classroom and SEND experience to enhance your career
- The opportunity to make a meaningful, positive impact on students’ learning journeys
Next Steps
If you are a motivated Speech & Language Therapy graduate ready to begin a fulfilling career in SEND support, send your CV and cover letter to Abbie at KPI Education.
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