About This Role
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
St. Andrews Bangkok is a Nord Anglia Education school committed to a fully inclusive educational model. We believe every child deserves to thrive. Alongside our mainstream learners, we provide specialized support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including speech and communication delays, as well as social and emotional challenges.
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and collaborative professional to join our dynamic transdisciplinary team. This role is ideal for a therapist who thrives in a school-based setting and enjoys working closely with teachers and families.
The Role
As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for the assessment and delivery of high-quality interventions for students aged 2–18. Your work will bridge the gap between clinical therapy and classroom learning, ensuring that every student has the communication tools necessary to access the curriculum.
Key Responsibilities:
Assessment & Intervention: Conduct formal assessments using a range of tools and screeners to identify needs. Provide individual and small-group sessions focusing on speech, language, and social skills.
Inclusive Integration: Integrate communication strategies into the classroom environment to support pupils with learning disabilities in mainstream settings.
AAC Leadership: Lead the implementation of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices and expressive/receptive communication systems where required.
Documentation: Produce comprehensive formal reports, well-sequenced therapy plans, and data-driven recommendations for families and external professionals.
Empowerment: Work closely with parents and staff to provide them with the tools to support students in areas such as joint attention, play skills, language acquisition, and articulation.
Candidate Profile
Experience & Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of clinical/school experience.
Clinical Scope: Proven experience working with children (Aged 2–19) presenting with a range of needs, including:
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
ADHD and Down’s Syndrome
Physical disabilities and complex medical needs
Psychological, emotional, and social disabilities
Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in current SLC methodologies and familiarity with specialist equipment/software (AAC).
Classroom Management: Proven skills in positive behavior management and creating stimulating, modified learning environments.
Key Attributes:
Transdisciplinary Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly with teachers, learning support staff, educational psychologists, and other therapists.
Innovation: A creative approach to designing specialized educational programs.
Sensitivity: The ability to communicate complex information to parents with empathy and confidence.
Flexibility: A high level of adaptability to respond to the evolving needs of the children and the school environment.
Requirements & Safeguarding
St. Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety of all our students. All post-holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (or regional equivalent), a 10-year criminal record check, and at least two professional references (including your most recent employer).
You can review our Term and Conditions, in our recruitment pack
Core Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons aligned to the required curriculum.
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Assess student progress rigorously and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Participate actively in broader school life, including extra-curricular programs.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to elevate instructional strategies.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
- A minimum of 2 years verifiable post-qualification teaching experience.
- Demonstrable track record of excellent student outcomes.
- A bachelor's degree directly related to your teaching specialization.
- Clear criminal record check spanning the last 10 years of residency.