Speech & Language Therapist Assistant
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The Cambian Group Speech & Language Therapist Assistant
The closing date is 02 December 2026
Job summary
The purpose of the school is to prepare students for the demands of adult life through staff expertise and specialist approaches. We provide a nurturing environment that encourages students to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. We aim to teach self-management that allows students to utilise their strengths and manage their difficulties successfully. Our work is based upon understanding the ability of the student to manage as an individual, as part of a group and within their family and the wider community.
Main duties of the job
It is essential that the successful candidate has an interest in communication and has worked with young people with autism, severe learning disabilities and challenging behaviour and experience of complex needs would be an advantage. Basic IT skills and the ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team for all aspects of this post are essential.
About us
Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£23,500 to £23,500 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPBA84C36E
Job locations
Hartlebury
DY11 7TE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Cambian Group, the UKs largest provider of specialist services in education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated, caring individual to join the company as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant.
New Elizabethan School is an Ofsted registered independent specialist school offering 38 week, term time education for students aged 7 19 years old with Autism Spectrum Condition, and other related conditions and diagnoses.
The school comprises of small class groups, creating a supportive and relaxing environment where students can learn and achieve their personal best.
We aim to teach self-management that allows students to utilise their strengths and manage their difficulties successfully. Our work is based upon understanding the ability of the student to manage as an individual, as part of a group and within their family and the wider community.
Job Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and interested individual to work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team and be based atCambian New Elizabethan School. This post will combine clinical and administrative support roles: you will be working directly with individual students or groups to deliver therapy programmes, under the direction of a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT), supporting SLTs in assessment of residents communication skills, reporting on students progress, providing support with resources for individuals. You will receive regular supervision and, as part of the Cambian SLT service, and following probation be eligible for further training and CPD specific to your role.
Candidate Profile
It is essential that the successful candidate has prior experience in a similar role. Preferably an interest in communication and has worked with young people with autism, challenging behaviour and experience of complex needs would be an advantage. Basic IT skills and the ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team for all aspects of this post are essential.
Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Cambian Group, the UKs largest provider of specialist services in education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated, caring individual to join the company as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant.
New Elizabethan School is an Ofsted registered independent specialist school offering 38 week, term time education for students aged 7 19 years old with Autism Spectrum Condition, and other related conditions and diagnoses.
The school comprises of small class groups, creating a supportive and relaxing environment where students can learn and achieve their personal best.
We aim to teach self-management that allows students to utilise their strengths and manage their difficulties successfully. Our work is based upon understanding the ability of the student to manage as an individual, as part of a group and within their family and the wider community.
Job Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and interested individual to work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team and be based atCambian New Elizabethan School. This post will combine clinical and administrative support roles: you will be working directly with individual students or groups to deliver therapy programmes, under the direction of a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT), supporting SLTs in assessment of residents communication skills, reporting on students progress, providing support with resources for individuals. You will receive regular supervision and, as part of the Cambian SLT service, and following probation be eligible for further training and CPD specific to your role.
Candidate Profile
It is essential that the successful candidate has prior experience in a similar role. Preferably an interest in communication and has worked with young people with autism, challenging behaviour and experience of complex needs would be an advantage. Basic IT skills and the ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team for all aspects of this post are essential.
Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
Person Specification
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Cambian Group
Address
Hartlebury
DY11 7TE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cambiangroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Cambian Group
Address
Hartlebury
DY11 7TE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cambiangroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruiter
Sandra Knowles
03332220710
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£23,500 to £23,500 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPBA84C36E
Job locations
Hartlebury
DY11 7TE
United Kingdom
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