Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Outcomes First Group; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to work at Red Moor School. The role involves delivering tailored assessments and interventions to support pupils with communication needs. Candidates should have a recognized degree, HCPC registration, and at least five years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary package with additional benefits like a £2,000 training allowance and a £3,000 welcome bonus.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years practicing experience at specialist level with this client group.
• Valid and up to date HCPC Registration.
• Experience in multidisciplinary working.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention.
• Contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
• Maintain a person-centred, empowering approach.

Skills

Exceptional relationship-building

Analytical skills

Exceptional communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career — all whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?

Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training and development?

Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?

Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced speech and language therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?

How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?

Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream? It doesn\u2019t have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group.

Role

Job Title: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Red Moor School, Lanlivery PL30 5BT

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered)

Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)

Salary: Up to £53,200 pro rata (DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&Cs apply)

Note: Basic grade SALT offers from £33,000+, Specialist from £39,500+ & Highly specialist from £48,000+ *

What we offer

In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. We aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each site to provide vital provision in collaboration with our education teams, creating an environment where pupils can flourish and grow in independence.

We support your career development with a £2,000 training allowance to complete role-specific training after probation.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a reputation for quality and outcomes for the children and young people we educate. Our brands include Acorn, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools.

Vision: Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.

Mission: We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.

Our Promises:

• WE LISTEN. We never assume.
• WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
• WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another.

Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It is the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual.

The role details

We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Red Moor School. You will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, guide your practice in an education setting, and take into account the requirements of professional bodies. You will hold a Speech and Language therapy caseload with support from your clinical supervisor and site lead, and contribute to staff training and consultation as required. This post suits a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.

Our Clinical Teams maintain a person-centred, empowering approach with safeguarding as a priority. We seek a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes for our pupils.

Location: Red Moor School, Lanlivery PL30 5BT — Red Moor School forms part of our Acorn Education brand, and is an independent specialist day school for ages 5-18.

Essential Criteria

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree
• Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
• Registered member of RCSLT
• At least 5+ years practicing experience at specialist level with this client group in a similar setting
• Highly developed specialist knowledge and clinical understanding
• Experience in multidisciplinary working across settings with some responsibility for service and team performance
• Experience in communicating with and working with families and carers
• Experience in developing training and in-person presentations
• Experience in providing professional and clinical supervision
• Experience taking part in research projects and conducting audits
• Exceptional relationship-building, analytical and judgmental skills; exceptional communication skills; excellent time management and organisational skills
• Advanced knowledge of core SaLT practice and understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
• Advanced knowledge of neurodivergence, cognitive differences and trauma-informed practice

Benefits

We offer a flexible benefits package, including:

• £2,000 training allowance
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support and health checks
• 80% hours for 100% pay during probation and 4DWW details
• Family growth support for enhanced maternity and paternity leave and fertility treatment support
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, Critical illness cover

Safeguarding: Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding checks.

Other: We reserve the right to close vacancies early; we are committed to a fair recruitment process.

Reference: Job Ref 292446