Job Details

Job Title - Speech Therapist Lecturer

Salary - up to -42,000
Location - Lancashire
Contract Type - Permanent

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Speech and Language Therapy professional to join a dedicated team of lecturers and inspire the next generation of learners.

The Organisation

The Further Education provider is committed to supporting learners, particularly those who may have faced challenges in mainstream education, to develop essential skills, achieve recognised qualifications, and progress into higher education, employment, or clinical practice pathways.

As an Ofsted-rated Good institution, they deliver high-quality education and vocational training within a supportive, inclusive, and student-centred learning environment focused on transforming lives through education and skills development.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching across Speech and Language Therapy, communication development, and related health and social care programmes.
• Plan, prepare, and assess learning activities to support student achievement, progression, and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring content reflects current clinical practice, communication therapy approaches, and sector standards.
• Support students in developing knowledge of speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN), assessment methods, and intervention strategies.
• Promote understanding of inclusive communication practices, safeguarding, and person-centred care.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Develop links with healthcare providers, schools, NHS services, and therapy organisations to support placements and industry engagement.
• Support learners in building confidence, employability skills, and readiness for progression into higher study or clinical practice roles.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or Level 5/6 qualification in Speech and Language Therapy or a related field.
• HCPC registration (or eligibility to register).
• Significant clinical experience in speech and language therapy, communication support, or related healthcare settings.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Strong knowledge of speech, language, and communication development and intervention strategies.
• Ability to support learners with diverse educational needs in a vocational or academic setting.

Benefits

• Incremental salary progression with annual increases.
• Fully funded route to gaining a recognised teaching qualification.
• Progression opportunities in curriculum leadership, quality assurance, and educational management.
• Innovative approach to teaching observation and professional development.
• Small class sizes (average of 8 learners).
• Protected administrative and planning time.
• Strong wellbeing support and emphasis on work-life balance.
• Flexible annual leave options.

Don't wait - apply today and become part of an educational environment that transforms lives. Multiple roles are available across the region, and applications from experienced Speech and Language Therapy professionals are warmly welcomed.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment agency. If this role is not the right fit, we welcome your CV and would be pleased to discuss alternative opportunities.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including right to work checks and, where applicable, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance, in line with safeguarding requirements.

Dovetail and Slate Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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