Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Red Moor School; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to provide tailored assessment and intervention services within a supportive multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a recognized degree, relevant registration, and substantial experience. This role promotes professional growth and offers a flexible benefits package, including a £2,000 training allowance and a four-day working week option. Join us in fostering independence and achieving excellence for our pupils.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years practicing experience at a specialist level with this client group.
• Experience in multidisciplinary working across settings.
• Experience in taking part in research projects and conducting audits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention.
• Hold a Speech and Language therapy caseload.
• Contribute to staff training and consultation as required.

Skills

Exceptional relationship building

Exceptional communication skills

Excellent time management

Advanced knowledge in core SaLT practice

Education

Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree

Valid and up to date HCPC Registration

Registered member of RCSLT

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—within a friendly multidisciplinary team in an education setting? Do you want 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 & 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\'t 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

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&C\'s Apply)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to 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)

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. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Momenta Connect supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. Blenheim Schools enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools.

Role responsibilities

We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Red Moor School. Working collaboratively with the education team, 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 standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required.

This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams maintain a person-centred, empowering approach with pupils at the forefront. All settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence and are one of the leading service providers in the UK. We are looking for a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance outcomes for pupils.

Location: Red Moor School, Lanlivery PL30 5BT. Red Moor School is 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 underpinning theory and practical experience
• Experience in multidisciplinary working across settings, with some responsibility for service & team performance
• Experience in communicating with and working with families/relatives and carers
• Experience in developing training and in-person presentations
• Experience in providing professional and clinical supervision
• Experience in taking part in research projects and conducting audits

Skills

• Exceptional relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Advanced knowledge and experience in core SaLT practice and understanding of RCSLT standards
• Advanced knowledge of approaches relating to neurodivergence, cognitive differences/difficulties and trauma-informed practice

Benefits

Alongside a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offers a flexible benefits package including:

• £2,000 training allowance
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
• Wellbeing support services and health checks
• 4 days working week for 80% pay (4DWW) is subject to probation
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes

Other statements: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding checks. We reserve the right to close vacancies early. Keeping Children Safe in Education compliance applies.

Application

Job Ref: 292446