Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Together Trust Centre; Stockport; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated therapy team at a specialist school, where you will play a vital role as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. In this rewarding position, you'll lead clinical supervision, conduct assessments, and develop tailored therapy recommendations for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you support while working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. The organization is committed to professional development and offers a range of benefits, including generous leave and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Occupational sick pay

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive training and development

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy and relevant postgraduate qualification required.
• Experience working with young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical supervision and manage a caseload of pupils with complex needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop therapy recommendations for pupils.

Skills

Speech & Language Therapy

Clinical Supervision

Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Training and Development

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

Postgraduate Qualification

Job description

Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Together we make a difference, develop and learn, and support each other. Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same: To champion the rights, needs, and ambitions of the people we support - they are at the heart of everything we do. We stand by them and work together for change.

Are you creative and passionate about helping individuals develop their skills?

Are you personable and able to coach and develop staff confidence?

Are you driven to help someone reach their potential?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join our therapy team at Inscape House School as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. Our specialist school supports children and young people aged 5 to 19 years with autism spectrum conditions and related social communication difficulties.

Hours: 37.5 per week during 41 weeks (term time)

Salary: £43,753 (Pro-rated from £48,022 FTE)

Location: Inscape House School, Cheadle, Stockport

Reports to: Internal Therapy Lead

Role Overview: Work within a multi-disciplinary team of experienced therapists, advisory teachers, positive behaviour support colleagues, psychologists, and other support team members. Engage in activities including assessment, intervention, and monitoring for pupils with autism spectrum conditions, delivering high-quality services to children, young people, and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead clinical supervision and management within the Speech and Language Therapy Team.
• Develop policies and procedures in your area of clinical specialism.
• Manage a caseload of pupils with complex needs, supporting families and carers.
• Conduct initial assessments of pupils' speech, language, and communication skills.
• Develop therapy recommendations at universal, targeted, and specialist levels.
• Provide advice, consultation, and training to pupils, school staff, and families.
• Deliver bespoke support for pupils requiring specialist input.
• Make clinical decisions regarding therapy input and support others in delivering it.
• Complete referrals to internal and external services as needed.
• Contribute to termly appraisal meetings and service reviews.
• Use data to monitor progress and implement evidence-based intervention strategies.

About You:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area.
• Member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists with completion of NQP Goals and Competencies Framework.
• Current registration with the HCPC.
• Evidence of relevant postgraduate training (e.g., AAC, dysphagia, TEACCH).
• Significant post-qualification experience in various clinical settings.
• Experience working with young people and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Conditions.
• Experience in providing clinical supervision.
• Experience in devising and delivering training and working in a multidisciplinary manner.
• Ability to manage and prioritise your caseload and work autonomously.

Benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 30 after 5 years, 33 after 10 years.
• Generous pension scheme and death in service benefit, up to 7% employer contributions, rising with service, and up to 6x salary death in service benefit.
• Occupational sick pay and family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Reward and Discount platform offering discounts at high street shops, travel, insurances, etc.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Eligibility to apply for Blue Light card.
• Proud to be a real living wage employer.
• Refer a friend scheme with rewards.
• Comprehensive training and development, including apprenticeships.
• Long service awards with cash gifts and extra holidays.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including Mental Health First Aiders and free weekly yoga sessions (online/in person).
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families.

Join our team and help us make a difference! We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants. We encourage those with lived experience to apply and support confidentiality where needed.

Additional Job Details:

• Salary: £48,022.00 (pro-rated to £43,753 based on weeks and hours)
• Frequency: Annual
• Job Reference: togethertrust/TP/685/246
• Contract Type: Term Time - Full Time
• Closing Date: 26 May 2025
• Job Category: Speech and Language Therapy