Speech and Language Therapist

Ormiston NEW Academy, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV10 6SE

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2025

• Closing date

  31 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £41,771.00 - £47,181.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 8, scale 31-36 (Pro rata value of £37,771.90-£42,663.96)

Speech and Language Therapist job summary

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

You may have already guessed that we are looking for even more experts at Ormiston NEW Academy. We are excited to be recruiting for a Speech and Language Therapist who can work within our Resource Base to provide specialist support and guidance for children with physical disabilities, severe and profound and multiple learning difficulties and complex needs.

Ormiston NEW Academy caters for 11 to 19-year olds, with 1063 students on roll. We provide a vibrant learning environment with first-class facilities and we have been graded Ofsted 'Good'. We are a school based on a clear and defined pedagogical model and explicitly taught behavioural norms. This is creating a place of joy, industry and excellence that is rapidly growing. The latest inspection report praises the school’s leaders for creating a "culture where positive behaviour and discipline are celebrated". It says that NEW Academy is a “vibrant school” that students “enjoy coming to” and where they are “safe”. Students at NEW Academy understand that they must try their best and strive for excellence at all times. During most recent Ofsted inspection one student told inspectors, “I know that today will not be my best, because tomorrow will be better”.

Standing out from the crowd in the education sector, amongst so many bold claims and buzz words, is difficult but we think you'll be interested in the way we do things here. Our thoughtful approach, driven by your expertise, ensures that we are creating the best opportunities for young people. So, come and visit us, challenge us, talk to us. We're good at listening and we’re relentless in wanting the best for our students, staff and extended community.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive

• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve

• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

For further information please contact Amelia Webb (HR Officer) by email: awebb@onewa.co.uk

Applications must be received by 12pm on Friday 31st October 2025.

Ormiston NEW Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

About Ormiston NEW Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1067 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ormiston NEW Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ormiston-new-academy

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