Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist

Discovery Inc; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Defined benefit pension scheme

Free childcare

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Eyecare vouchers

Dental support

Job summary

Discovery Schools Trust is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the In-TACT service. The post involves engaging in clinical supervision, upskilling other staff, and delivering training within the Trust to support child-centred decision making.

A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy is required, along with HCPC registration and RCST membership. The role encourages professional development, with opportunities for flexible working and CPD.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Registered with HCPC to practice as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the In-TACT Services lead/Principal EP and other SLT team members.
• Devise and deliver training and consultation services within the Trust.
• Support early intervention work within the Trust.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/intervention programmes.
• Provide therapy care plans where appropriate.
• Offer feedback and guidance to parents, carers and family members.
• Foster close working relationships with colleagues and other relevant parties.
• Attend half-termly In-TACT meetings.

Education

Speech and Language Therapy degree

HCPC registration

RCST membership

Job description

The successful candidate will be line managed by the In-TACT Service Lead and will receive their clinical supervision from the lead speech and language therapist. We are committed to upskilling our staff and as such, CPD opportunities will be available to the successful post holder, alongside a commitment to offering flexible working arrangements. We are a large academy Trust who puts the child at the centre of our decision-making process and uses our values to guide us in all decision making. Our schools, professionals, children, and stakeholders work closely together to raise outcomes for children from all backgrounds regardless of their starting points. We have high expectations for both children and staff but provide the best support possible for everyone to achieve.

• Liaise effectively with the In-TACT Services lead/Principal EP and other SaLT team members
• Devise and deliver appropriate training and consultation services to our Trust
• Support the early intervention work within the Trust
• Carry out assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment / intervention programmes
• Carry out therapy care plans where appropriate
• Provide feedback, guidance, advice and training to parents/family members, carers
• Foster close working relationships with colleagues and other relevant parties
• Actively engage in own appraisal
• Attend and take part in half-termly In-TACT meetings
• The post holder will have access to a second opinion from more senior therapist as identified via clinical supervision.
• An extensive knowledge of SALT is a pre-requisite; but we also believe a willingness to learn from others and a commitment to professional development is equally important. Relevant qualifications are necessary alongside a willingness to continue to develop. This post would be suitable for a newly qualified Speech and Language Therapist and so those who have recently graduated are encouraged to apply.
• A recognised professional degree qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Knowledge and understanding of the application of relevant SLT diagnostics, theoretical models, and approaches relevant to service users
• Ability to work autonomously and cooperatively
• Effective organisational/planning and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive and emotional information, Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents
• Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Free childcare.
• Be part of a highly committed and motivated multi-disciplinary team (educational psychology, counselling, music therapy)
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun and being part of a creative service

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.