Qualified Speech and Language Therapist

Integrated Care System; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join their team in Wolverhampton. This role involves assessing and delivering therapy for students with communication needs, offering a chance to make a significant impact on their development and well-being. Candidates should possess the relevant qualifications and experience in supporting children with Autism and other speech and language challenges.

Qualifications

• Registered with RCSLT and HCPC.
• Postgraduate experience as a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience with children with Autism and learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' speech, language, and social communication skills.
• Develop communication programs and deliver therapy interventions.
• Prepare assessment reports for EHCP reviews.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

IT skills

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent

Job description

Aurora Cedars School in Wolverhampton offers a bespoke education provision for up to 80 pupils aged 5-19 with ASC/SEMH needs, including support for speech and language communication. We are seeking an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to join our therapy team.

Main duties of the job

We aim for excellence in supporting our students. We seek a therapist who shares our vision to empower vulnerable young people to be happy and independent. You will collaborate with staff to deliver assessment and intervention plans, manage a caseload, and contribute to staff training and reflective practice.

About us

The Aurora Group provides education and care for children, young people, and adults with SEND. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing new school and our services.

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Reporting to: Clinical Psychologist and Headteacher

Main Purpose: To develop and deliver a comprehensive Speech and Language Therapy service, including assessments, interventions, and support for students, within an ethical framework.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assess students' speech, language, and social communication skills
• Prepare assessment and progress reports for EHCP reviews
• Develop and review communication programs
• Deliver therapy interventions in various formats
• Create visual supports like Social Stories and timetables
• Offer advice and support to staff, families, and other professionals
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to support individual communication needs
• Promote a Total Communication approach
• Develop and deliver staff training on communication
• Supervise therapy assistants and support staff as appropriate

Additional duties include: managing caseload, maintaining records, conducting assessments, developing communication plans, attending reviews, liaising with agencies, and using specialist software.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of therapy interventions, behaviour support, trauma impact, Autism Spectrum Conditions
• Understanding of safeguarding, assessments, behaviour management, and communication strategies for SEMH
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and IT skills
• Makaton or Signalong experience and ability to produce accessible resources

Experience

• Postgraduate experience as a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist with NQP competencies
• Experience with children with learning disabilities, Autism, PMLD, and challenging behaviour

Requirements

• Registered with RCSLT and HCPC
• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent

Additional information

We promote equality, diversity, and safeguarding. The role involves ongoing training, legislative compliance, and commitment to health and safety policies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered with RCSLT and HCPC
• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to safeguarding responsibilities. Salary ranges from £15.53 to £18.62 per hour depending on experience.