Speech and Language Therapist

Make a Real Difference Where It Matters Most

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're looking for a dedicated, forward-thinking Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in South Cumbria (Barrow-in-Furness).

In this rewarding role, you won't just manage a caseload, you'll work alongside school staff, Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs) and external partners to build long-term capacity, develop staff expertise and create truly communication-friendly learning environments.

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact, supporting individual pupils while helping whole school communities become more inclusive.

Why Choose Co-op Academies Trust?

1. Flexible working: Part time role 4 days/0.8 FTE, working term-time only plus 10 days.
2. Dedicated clinical supervision and professional development: Access to clinical supervision, peer support networks and ongoing continuing professional development (CPD).
3. Competitive employee benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, Co-op staff discounts and access to a range of health and wellbeing benefits.
4. Collaborative working: Work alongside school leaders, SENCOs, teaching staff and external professionals across our academies.
5. 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.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you'll play a key role in improving communication and learning outcomes for children and young people across our primary and secondary academies.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Assessment and intervention: 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.
2. Supporting school staff: Work closely with SENCOs, teachers and support staff to embed practical speech and language strategies across the wider curriculum.
3. Training and development: Design and deliver high-quality training and practical workshops for school staff, parents and carers.
4. Multi-agency collaboration: Work alongside existing NHS Speech and Language Therapy services to maximise support across our academies.
5. EHCPs and professional standards: Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), maintaining accurate clinical records in accordance with HCPC and Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) standards.

What Are We Looking For?

We're looking for a qualified, enthusiastic and collaborative professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

You'll bring:

1. Professional qualifications: A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy and current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
2. Relevant experience: Experience working in inclusive educational settings with children and young people with SEND and complex learning or communication needs.
3. Specialist knowledge: Expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and the ability to produce high-quality clinical reports.
4. Collaborative approach: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for supporting and empowering school staff.
5. Shared values: A commitment to co-operative principles, inclusion, equality of opportunity and public service.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join an organisation committed to improving children's life chances and creating inclusive learning environments where every pupil can thrive.

Apply today and help us make a lasting difference across our South Cumbria academies. To be considered, please follow our online application process.

Co-op Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is our highest priority, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and relevant pre-employment checks.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, or marriage or civil partnership status.

Co-op Academies Trust is committed to direct recruitment and does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative applications from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited candidate profiles will be treated as direct applications, and no agency fees or terms will apply unless previously agreed in writing by the Trust.