Job Title: Senior Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Area: The Orpheus Centre near Godstone, Surrey
Position: Part time, 3 days per week, term time only
Services: We are looking to recruit a part-time Speech and Language Therapy Support Worker to work alongside our specialist Speech & Language Therapists with young adults at The Orpheus Centre near Godstone, Surrey. You’ll work with individuals and groups, carrying out innovative communication interventions for young people preparing for adulthood.
The Orpheus Centre is a specialist further-education college supporting young disabled adults aged 18–25. Its mission is to inspire and empower students to live fulfilling, independent lives through a blend of performing and creative arts education, life skills, and tailored support.
Rate: Starting salary: £25,600 (pro rata).
Symbol UK is a not-for-profit speech and language therapy service. We are proud of the breadth of skills and experience in our staff team, where specialist speech and language therapists work alongside highly experienced therapists, assistants and co-workers across the South East. This enables us to offer a range of specialist speech, language and communication assessments, intervention and support to children and adults with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities.
If you would like to discuss this post, please contact Debbie Honeysett (Operational Manager East) or our HR team on hradmin@symbolconnect.co.uk or 01622 863291.
Responsibilties Include
Recognising and supporting the communication needs of young people, empowering them to live their best lives while working collaboratively with college staff.
Delivering high-quality speech and language therapy interventions under the guidance of Speech and Language Therapists
Contributing to the work of the speech and language therapy team
Committing to personal and professional development.
You’ll be joining our friendly team of 20 Speech and Language Therapists and Support Workers who deliver innovative services across a range of settings in the South East. We actively encourage networking and sharing across our varied services.
We’d love to hear from people with a passion for supporting young disabled adults to realise their potential and who have some relevant experience—for example, in speech and language therapy services, in colleges, or through lived experience as a family member.
Deadline for application is Friday 16th January 2026