Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

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

Job summary

A leading educational service provider in the UK is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their team at Claystone School. This role includes delivering bespoke assessments and interventions tailored to students with diverse needs. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £53,200 FTE, a £2,000 training allowance, and the possibility of a 4-day work week for a better work-life balance. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience and a recognized Speech and Language Therapy degree.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

4-day work week option

Family Growth Support

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years practicing experience as a SaLT in a similar setting.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings.
• Understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Knowledge of neurodivergence

Clinical supervision

Education

Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree

Valid 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 - all whilst working with a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding 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 and development?

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

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?!

Itdoesn’t have to be! Have a better work / life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!

• Job Title: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Location

Claystone School – Bedfordshire LU1 4LL

Salary & Contract

Up to £53,200 FTE DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm

Contract : Permanent

Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances

Role Description

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.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Claystone 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 help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach, always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.

Essential Criteria

Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree. Valid and up to date HCPC Registration. Registered member of RCSLT. A minimum of 5+ years practicing experience as a SaLT in a similar setting with diverse and complex communication profiles and other needs. Developed specialist knowledge and clinical understanding underpinned by theory and practical experience. Experience in multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings, with some responsibility for service & team performance. Experience in communicating with / working with families / relatives and carers. Experience in writing and delivering training. Experience of providing clinical supervision. Excellent communication skills (oral and written). Excellent time management and organisational skills. Excellent knowledge and experience in the core areas of SaLT practice with a clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards. Good knowledge of approaches relating to neurodivergence, learning disability and trauma-informed practice. Excellent understanding of SaLT assessment tools, evidence-informed intervention, and ability to formulate support plans based on needs profiles. Good understanding of differences such as sensory and motor considerations that may impact a person’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs. Good understanding of the relationship between arousal levels and communication. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group.

Why work for us?

Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offers an array of flexible benefit options:

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including :

• £2,000 training allowance
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of mental health support services and physical health checks
• You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

At Outcomes First Group we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks. We reserve the right to close vacancies early; please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Outcomes First Group is committed to a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed, the group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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