Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in special needs education is seeking a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist in Maidstone. The role offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional development and a unique 4-Day Working Week trial. Join a dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with additional needs.

Benefits

Life Assurance and Pension schemes

Wellbeing support services

80% of hours for 100% of pay

Family Growth Support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT.
• Ability to assess needs and formulate treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat individuals in individual and group settings.
• Provide training to staff and other agencies.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Collaboration

Clinical Problem-Solving

Time Management

Initiative

Education

Speech and Language Therapy BSc (Hons)

Job description

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Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist, Maidstone

Client:

Outcomes First Group

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist wanting to gain experience working with people with additional needs?

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Details:

• Job Title: Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
• Location: Heath Farm School – Kent, TN27 0AX
• Salary: Up to £30,000 FTE DOE
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only plus two weeks worked in the school holidays

About the role:

We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance to complete role-specific training tailored to your needs.

Join an evidence-based provision where quality and neuro-affirming best practices are delivered. We are looking for an enthusiastic newly qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join our expanding team. You will complete a preceptorship year under supervision, then work more independently once competencies are signed off. You will assess and treat individuals, deliver activities in individual and group settings, and provide training to staff and other agencies.

You will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team including Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and therapy assistants, to create a nurturing environment for our pupils.

About Outcomes First Group:

We are the largest independent provider of special needs education and care across England and North Wales, committed to quality and positive outcomes. Recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for five consecutive years, our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more information, visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

Qualifications and Skills:

• Speech and Language Therapy BSc (Hons)
• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong clinical problem-solving skills
• Ability to assess needs and formulate treatment plans
• Maintain accurate records per HCPC & RCOT standards
• Motivated, responsible, and reliable
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Initiative and innovation

Benefits:

Work with a driven service supported by a talented team. Enjoy a friendly, inclusive environment, and opportunities for career development. Our benefits include:

• Life Assurance and Pension schemes
• Wellbeing support services
• 80% of hours for 100% of pay (subject to probation)
• Family Growth Support
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) including health, wellbeing, insurance, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, and critical illness cover

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our service users. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a DBS check.

Job ID 277445

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