Speech and Language Therapist

South East/ contract / £38k - 48k per year

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist (School-Based)
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible)
Agency: TeacherActive
Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 per annum (dependent on experience) / competitive daily rate available

About the Role:
TeacherActive is working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive school in Chelmsford to recruit a passionate and skilled Speech and Language Therapist. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people who require specialist support to develop their communication, language, and social interaction skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess, diagnose, and support students with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN)

  • Design and deliver tailored therapy programmes to meet individual needs

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to implement strategies in the classroom

  • Provide training and guidance to staff and parents/carers

  • Contribute to EHCP assessments, target setting, and annual reviews

  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and progress tracking

Requirements:

  • Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

  • Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

  • Experience working with children or within an educational setting (desirable)

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • A proactive, empathetic, and child-centred approach

What TeacherActive Offers:

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Flexible working to suit your lifestyle

  • Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities

  • A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

  • Access to a wide network of schools across Essex

Why Join This School?

  • Welcoming and collaborative staff team

  • Inclusive ethos with a strong focus on student wellbeing

  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ communication and confidence

If you are a committed Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a real difference in a school setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact TeacherActive for more information.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.