Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust; Stroud; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated specialists to join a proactive team focused on enhancing educational outcomes for children aged 7-14. This role involves implementing innovative strategies and providing tailored support to meet the complex needs of children facing challenges in mainstream education. Specialists will work collaboratively within a tiered model, ensuring that every child receives the appropriate level of intervention, whether through universal, group, or individual support. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 7-14 in educational settings.
• Ability to conduct holistic assessments to identify complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Implementing a tiered approach to support children with diverse needs.
• Working collaboratively with families and other specialists.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Family Support

Mental Health Therapy

Youth Work

Proactive Problem Solving

Creative Thinking

Education

Degree in Psychology or Related Field

Relevant Certifications in Therapy

Job description

Team Composition and Approach

The taskforce will comprise specialists in the following areas: speech and language, family support, mental health/therapy, and youth work.

Through a test-and-learn approach, practice will develop. Specialists on the team will be required to be proactive and creative to achieve outcomes for children.

Implementation Focus

The APST will be implemented across GHES and The Altus School, focusing on key stage 2 and 3 children (7-14 years old).

Model Structure

The model is based on a tiered approach:

1. Universal offer: For all children within scope, including tutorial sessions, screening for early identification of unmet needs, and staff training.
2. Group offer: Interventions for children with similar needs, holiday activities, and parent support.
3. Individual offer: Specialists will work directly with children and families to meet complex needs identified through holistic assessment.

Delivery Settings

Specialist work will be conducted across GHES and Altus sites, as well as from local community bases and family homes when appropriate.

Children in Scope

The children will access alternative education provision under Section 19 of the Education Act 1996, through GHES or Altus, due to reasons such as exclusion, illness, or other circumstances preventing attendance at mainstream schools.