Specialist Speech And Language Therapist

i-Jobs; City Of London; On-site; GBP 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Specialist Speech And Language Therapist to assess and treat children with speech and language difficulties. The ideal candidate will provide therapy in schools, work in a multi-professional environment, and maintain accurate records. Essential qualifications include HCPC registration and membership in the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. This is a fulltime role based in London, offering competitive pay at £42.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-professional environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of safeguarding and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat children with speech and language difficulties.
• Provide therapy in schools and special settings.
• Work with a team to support inclusive education.
• Prepare reports for assessments.
• Liaise with other professionals to achieve goals.

Skills

Qualified Therapist status

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Good IT skills

Education

HCPC registration

Membership in the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Job description

Specialist Speech And Language Therapist

Location: London Road, SM4 5DX

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 4+ Month

Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £42.00 per hour

Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

• Assess and treat children with speech and language difficulties.
• Provide therapy in schools and special settings.
• Work with a team to support inclusive education for children with special needs.
• Prepare reports for assessments and defend them in tribunals if needed.
• Offer advice and training to school staff and colleagues.
• Keep detailed records of all therapy sessions and interventions.
• Liaise with other professionals and agencies to achieve goals.
• Stay updated with new developments in speech and language therapy.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.

Person Specifications

Must Have

• Qualified Therapist status.
• HCPC registration.
• Membership in the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Experience in a multi-professional environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good IT skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and equal opportunities.

Nice to Have

• Experience supervising student therapists.
• Experience training teaching assistants.
• Interest in working with parents of children with special needs.
• Ability to handle challenging situations sensitively.
• Ability to travel within the borough.

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