Apprentice Speech and Language Therapist
The Mercian Trust, Walsall, WS1 2PG30 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027
Closing date
29 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
28 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,796.00 Annually (Actual)
Apprentice Speech and Language Therapist job summary
Job Title: Apprentice Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Walsall and surrounding areas
INCREASING OPPORTUNITIES, IMPROVING OUTCOMES
As one Trust we share a common purpose. We call it our social mobility and social justice mission to change our communities through the very best equitable education. When we get this right, it enables our children and young people to fulfil their potential, thrive in the world of work, and make a positive contribution to the local, national and international community.
Put simply, our common purpose is to increase opportunities and improve outcomes for our students. We are particularly committed to students who are under-served and under-resourced. We prioritise those who have special educational needs and disabilities, or who are more likely to face discrimination for whatever reason.
It is this common purpose that fuels everything we do. We deliver impactful, sustainable and ethical continuous school improvement in our schools to ensure the children and young people in the communities we serve learn in the very best and most inclusive schools.
We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve (which are the education investment areas of the West Midlands). We adopt a pioneering spirit and look to lead the sector with innovative solutions to the problems our students and families face.
Want to make a difference to young people?
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values increasing opportunities, improving outcomes for our students. We are looking for two Apprentice Speech and Language Therapists to join our Multi-Disciplinary Clinical Therapy Team.
This four‑year degree apprenticeship offers a high‑quality, work‑based route to qualification. You will be employed within the Trust while studying towards a B.Sc. (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy, combining academic learning with real‑world clinical practice. The programme includes
one day per week on campus,
one day for directed study or placement, and the remainder of the working week spent in your role, gaining valuable experience across a range of settings in line with professional requirements.
You will work across Mercian Trust schools as part of a supportive, Multidisciplinary Clinical Team, developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to support children and young people with speech, language and communication needs. The role offers structured learning, varied placement experience, and the opportunity to apply learning directly to practice while being supported in your academic and professional development.
Aligned to the Trust’s commitment to purpose, inclusion, and improving outcomes, this apprenticeship is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a direct and lasting impact on young lives within our school communities.
Key responsibilities:
To commit to study during the duration of the apprenticeship course working towards competence in-line with Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours (KSB) as outlined in KSB Document in the following areas:
Comprehensive communication and/or Dysphagia assessment of the individual patient both adults and children including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies; gaining relevant information by clinical examination; observation, questioning and discussion.
Clinical reasoning skills to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition and agree personalised objectives.
Formulating and delivering individual communication and/or Dysphagia care plans/programmes based on sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills.
Evaluating patient progress, to formulate a prognosis and adapt treatment programmes as required.
Making informed clinical decisions including timely discharge planning and onward referral to other services.
Ensuring competent use of SLT resources and to ensure the safe use equipment, including by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
Salary: £24,796.00
Qualifications and Skills:
All applicants will need a minimum of 112 UCAS points from 3 A levels or an equivalent L3 qualification.
Excellent verbal and written skills
Able to foster good working relationships with a variety key stakeholders
For full details of the post please see attached Job Description and Person Specification
For an informal, confidential discussion about the post, please contact Lin Koo, Executive PA to the CEO, on 01922 211388 (Ext. 1211) or via email at Lin.Koo@merciantrust.org.uk.
Why The Mercian Trust?
As one Trust we share a common purpose. We call it our social mobility and social justice mission to change our communities through the very best equitable education. When we get this right, it enables our children and young people to fulfil their potential, thrive in the world of work, and make a positive contribution to the local, national and international community.
Put simply, our common purpose is to increase opportunities and improve outcomes for our students. We are particularly committed to students who are under-served and under-resourced. We prioritise those who have special educational needs and disabilities, or who are more likely to face discrimination for whatever reason.
It is this common purpose that fuels everything we do. We deliver impactful, sustainable and ethical continuous school improvement in our schools to ensure the children and young people in the communities we serve learn in the very best and most inclusive schools.
We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve (which are the education investment areas of the West Midlands). We adopt a pioneering spirit and look to lead the sector with innovative solutions to the problems our students and families face.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more: The Mercian Trust - Home
Benefits:
Financial, Health and Lifestyle
- discounts on everyday purchases (Eden Red)
- a comprehensive free of charge health plan (UK Health Care)
- a cycle to work scheme via Halfords
- access to the Blue Light Card
For further benefits including education sector leading CPD: The Mercian Trust - What we can offer you
The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
The Mercian Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Please take time to read our policies attached to this advert.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About The Mercian Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Website
- The Mercian Trust website
The Mercian Trust is one of the largest regional Trusts in the West Midlands with 9 schools and more than 9,600 students.
We are growing in size and influence, and we are committed to driving social mobility for all our students in the communities we serve through increasing opportunities and improving outcomes. We have stated our commitment to becoming and employer of choice, for leaders, teachers, student support staff and our business professional services staff in whichever school or central team they work.
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