Job Description

Salary: 38,682 per annum pro rata (31,665 actual based on 35 hours per week) dependent on qualifications

Contract Type: Permanent

Vacancy Hours: Term Time Only. Various hours considered.

Location: Boston Spa, West Yorkshire

Required September 2025

St John's Catholic Specialist School is a school for young people up to 19 years with special educational needs. Our mission is to support our students to gain the knowledge and skills they will need to thrive in adult life. Every day is different, and staff work with pupils with a range of different needs, which include sensory impairments, communication and learning challenges or autism. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the very best life chances for our students.



We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist interested in progressing their career in working within a specialist setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the very best life chances for our students.



This role includes:
Plan and deliver speech and language therapy sessions for your caseload. Work collaboratively with other therapists, teachers, learning support assistants and care staff Monitor and report on pupils' progress Provide recommendations and guidance to parents/ carers, colleagues in school and other professionals Maintain case records in line with school policy and RCSLT guidelines Keep up to date with relevant clinical research Participate as required in the supervision and training of SaLT students Participate fully in whole school training sessions and meetings Attend and contribute annual reviews as directed Play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting the ethos, rules and regulations




In return, we can offer:
A very supportive environment with a strong commitment to professional development. An induction programme tailored to your experience and needs. A school which actively promotes the well-being of staff. A school culture that encourages everyone to achieve their best.




The salary quoted is based on agenda for change band 6; this role would be suitable for candidates with knowledge and experience in line with agenda for change band 6. We would also consider applications from individuals looking for a band 5/6 development post.



Candidates are warmly welcomed to visit the school and experience how rewarding your work could be.



For further details and an application pack contact Miss Mandy Dowson by email at mandy.dowson@stjohns.org.uk or telephone on 01937 842144.

St John's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and references regarding your suitability to work with children. We promote diversity and want a workforce, which reflects the population of Leeds.

Key Documents

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Key Dates

Closing Date: Tuesday 19 August 2025

Interview Date: to be confirmed.

Venue for Interview: St John's Catholic Specialist School, Church Street, Boston Spa, West Yorkshire, LS23 6DF

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Speech and Language Therapist

Posted:

22/07/2025

Closing date:

19/08/2025

Closing time:

23:59