Speech Language Therapist
Sommerville School · 201-1000 employees
What the role involves
- Assessing communication needs
- Providing intervention
- Collaborating with teams
What they ask for
Recognised qualification in Speech Language Therapy, NZSTA membership or eligibility, full NZ driver's licence and access to a car, cultural responsiveness, and collaborative spirit.
- Professional licence or registration
- Driver licence
About the job
At Sommerville, our staff are our superpower. In 2026, we were honoured with the New Zealand Education Excellence Award for Quality Teaching & Instruction, recognising our commitment to outstanding education and student outcomes.
If you’re passionate about supporting learners with diverse needs and want to be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team, we’d love to hear from you.
We have 1 x Permanent and 1 x Fixed Term Opportunity
Available for the 2027 school year.
Fixed term (January 2027 - December 2027)
About the role
Sommerville School is a leading specialist school based in Panmure, with satellite classrooms across 16 mainstream schools, a community programme for young adults aged 18–21, and a dedicated Outreach Service. We support over 400 students aged 5 to 21 with complex communication, learning, physical, and behavioural needs.
As a Speech Language Therapist, you'll work as part of our multidisciplinary team to assess, support, and develop communication skills for students across a range of learning environments.
Click here to learn more about Sommerville School
What you'll be doing:
- Carrying out assessments and developing tailored speech, language, and communication plans
- Providing direct intervention to learners with a range of needs and profiles
- Working alongside teachers, support staff, and whānau to embed communication strategies
- Building strong relationships across our school and community-based settings
- Contributing your expertise within a highly collaborative, values-driven team
- Enjoying flexible holiday work options and genuine work-life balance
What we’re looking for:
We are seeking an exceptional Speech Language Therapist who will bring clinical expertise, critical thinking, and a collaborative spirit to our multidisciplinary setting. The successful applicant will have:
- A recognised qualification in Speech Language Therapy
- NZSTA membership (or eligibility to register)
- A full NZ driver’s licence and access to a car (mileage reimbursed)
- Cultural responsiveness, curiosity, and kindness
- Experience with AAC or dysphagia is a bonus, but not a must
Why join Sommerville?
You’ll enjoy a varied caseload while working alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team of therapists, educators, and support professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment.
We offer:
- Term-time hours (8am–4pm) with flexible school holiday arrangements
- Ongoing professional development in neurodiversity and inclusive practice
- Clinical supervision (internal and external)
- Support from a passionate, multi-disciplinary team
- Employment under the Primary Teachers’ Collective Agreement, including a Special Duties Allowance
- Laptop provided
- Opportunities to make a lasting impact on students, whānau, and the wider community
Click here to view a copy of the position description.
The final salary will be determined in accordance with the Primary Teachers' Collective Agreement.
Applications close 10 December 2026, however we may appoint someone prior to the deadline so get your CV in now!
Requirements
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- It asks for a driver licence. Say which class you hold, and whether it's full.
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