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Compass Associates are delighted to be partnering with a renowned charity provider of specialist autism education and support. With an extensive portfolio of specialist schools, residential services and community programmes, they are dedicated to providing exceptional education, care and therapeutic support for autistic children and young people with complex needs. Together, we are seeking an experienced Principal Therapist to join their specialist school in Watford, Hertfordshire, supporting children and young people with autism and complex needs. This is a senior clinical leadership role ideal for an experienced therapist looking to combine hands-on therapy with team leadership and service development within a multidisciplinary school environment. You will play a key role in ensuring therapy is fully integrated into the educational experience, supporting students to achieve meaningful outcomes both academically and developmentally.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver specialist Speech and Language Therapy interventions to children and young people with autism and complex needs
Provide clinical leadership and supervision to therapists and therapy assistants
Support the implementation of evidence-based therapy approaches across the setting
Ensure therapy services align with current SEND and Ofsted frameworks
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and school leadership discussions
Requirements:
Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
HCPC registration (essential)
Significant experience working with autism and complex needs
Previous leadership experience (2 years minimum) or extensive experience as a senior therapist
Strong understanding of EHCP processes and SEND frameworks
Experience working in education, specialist schools, SEN settings, or paediatric services
Excellent communication and leadership skills
What we offer:
12 weeks paid school holidays (term-time only contract, full pay)
Auto-enrolled pension scheme
Enhanced sick pay
Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
Healthcare Cash Plan
Life Assurance
Online staff discount platform (shopping discounts, cycle to work, season ticket loan and more)
Access to 24-hour employee assistance programme and Headspace App