Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Acorn Care and Education; Luton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education and therapy provider based in Bedfordshire is looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. You will deliver tailored assessments and interventions to pupils with complex needs, collaborating with educational teams. This role requires 5+ years of experience as a SaLT, relevant qualifications, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a flexible working arrangement and includes a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing a supportive environment focused on pupil welfare.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

"Your Wellbeing Matters" services

Family Growth Support

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5+ years practicing experience as a SaLT in a similar setting.
• Experienced in communicating and working with families/relatives and carers.
• Excellent knowledge in core areas of SaLT practice.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication skills (oral and written)

Time management

Organizational skills

Knowledge of neurodivergence

Experience with multi-disciplinary teams

Education

Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree

Valid HCPC Registration

Registered member of RCSLT

Job description

Job Title

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Location

Claystone School – Bedfordshire LU1 4LL

Salary

Up to £53,200 FTE DOE

*Please note- basic grade SALT offers from £33,000+, Specialist from £39,500+ & Highly specialist from £48,000+.

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)

The role

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. With this in mind, 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.

Location: Claystone School – Bedfordshire LU1 4LL – Claystone School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children aged 4 – 11

Welcome to Claystone School
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For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Essential Criteria

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree
• Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
• Registered member of RCSLT
• A minimum of 5+ years practising experience as a SaLT working in a similar setting with individuals presenting with diverse and complex communication profiles and other needs
• Developed specialist knowledge and clinical understanding underpinned by theory and practical experience
• Experienced in multi‑disciplinary working in a range of settings, with some responsibility for service & team performance
• Experienced in communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
• Experienced 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 experienced in the core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
• Good knowledge of a range of approaches relating to neurodivergence, learning disability and trauma‑informed practice
• Excellent understanding of the different SaLT assessment tools, evidence‑informed intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
• Good understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
• Good understanding of the relationship between arousal levels and communication
• Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both 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 offer an array of flexible benefit options:

Benefits

• £2,000 training allowance
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• 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 the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Job Ref: 298602