Job Description

Marylebone, Central London*
Full-time | Term-time only*
13 weeks holiday per year*
47,810 - 54,710 salary, depending on experience*
Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast 2x per week*
Start date: January 2026*
Apply by: 30th November 2025*

Are you a passionate, experienced Speech & Language Therapist who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment? Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of students with special educational needs?

We're looking for a Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist to join Abingdon House School's multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff as a

Speech, Language & Communication Therapy Lead

.

At Abingdon House School, we combine an integrated therapeutic approach with a mainstream-style curriculum, tailored to each child's individual needs. Our students have unique learning profiles with needs related to dyslexia, autism, and social communication difficulties. We deliver a fully integrated programme of education, therapy, pastoral support, and personal development.

You will be a key member of the middle leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Headteacher responsible for therapy and pastoral provision. You will lead the delivery of high-quality speech and language therapy services that support the school's integrated approach to education, therapy, and personal development.

This is a full-time role based at our Senior School in Marylebone.

In return, we can offer:

Competitive salary: 47,810 - 54,710, depending on experience 13 weeks of holiday per year, plus two term-time personal leave days Access to a full CPD programme + career progression opportunities Flexible working opportunities via weekly PPA that can be taken remotely Free lunch every day, plus cooked breakfast twice per week when on-site A great employee assistance programme with access to wellbeing support + advice Cycle-to-work scheme

Essential qualifications and experience:

Qualified band 7 speech & language therapist HCPC registration Demonstrated experience working with children with SEN/SpLD Demonstrated experience working at a school IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks Experience in leading, supervising, and developing a therapy team, including providing CPD and support for professional growth Proven ability to lead service evaluation, implement improvements, and ensure interventions are aligned with research and best practice Experience liaising with external agencies, professional networks, and commissioners to support school-based provision
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 47,810.00-54,710.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Health & wellbeing programme UK visa sponsorship
Experience:

Speech & Language Therapy: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

HCPC (required) Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 05/01/2026