Job Description
Pay
£38,220 - £42,839 a year
Job type
Permanent
Location
Harrogate•Hybrid work
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Company pension
Work from home
Car scheme
Full job description
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Salary: From £38,220 up to £42,839 per annum
Grade: JK
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
This role is hybrid with some working from home time, and a choice of bases from Northallerton, Harrogate, Scarborough and Selby.
Are you a passionate and qualified Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Join our dynamic and supportive team in North Yorkshire and help shape inclusive, impactful communication support across a wide range of educational and community settings.
About the Role
As a Speech and Language Therapist, you’ll work across the 0–25 age range, delivering evidence-based interventions and supporting schools, families, and professionals to improve outcomes for children and young people with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary locality hub team, contributing to statutory processes and developing inclusive practices. Across the team, you will benefit from excellent peer support.
There is a fantastic developmental opportunity to act up as a Speech and Language Therapist Manager one day a week. You would be supported by the wider Speech and Language Therapy leadership team to carry out the responsibilities of a SaLT manager. This would suit a SaLT looking to undertake a managerial role in the future.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload and deliver targeted, evidence-based interventions.
Provide training, coaching, and modelling to education staff and families.
Contribute to EHCPs, reviews, and statutory assessments.
Develop accessible resources and support materials.
Collaborate with health, education, and social care professionals.
Promote inclusive practice in settings such as Targeted Mainstream Provisions, Youth Justice, and our innovative No Wrong Door service.
For more information about these services, please visit the below link:
No Wrong Door | North Yorkshire Council
North Yorkshire Youth Justice Service | North Yorkshire Council
What We’re Looking For
HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist.
Strong understanding of SLCN and its impact on learning and development.
Experience working with children and families across the 0–25 age range.
Excellent communication, assessment, and report writing skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to travel across the county.
Why Join Us?
At NYC, we value our employees and offer a range of career development opportunities, including professional support, coaching, and work shadowing. You’ll be part of a supportive team committed to inclusive practice and holistic support for children and families.
What We Offer
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (our technology allows for you to work from home)
Green car scheme
A market-leading pension of 18.1% plus additional contributions
Performance-based pay progression
Generous annual leave entitlement (up to 34 days)
Access to modern technologies
Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
A vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace
Make a difference where it matters most.
and help children and young people across North Yorkshire find their voice.
Key documents
Job Description.docx
Total rewards brochure
Key dates
Closing date: Sunday 18th January 2026
Interview date: To be Confirmed
An enhanced DBS is required for this post.
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.
It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.
Speech and Language Therapist
Salary: £38,220 - £42,839
Posted: 27/12/2026
Closing date: 18/01/2026
Closing time: 23:59
