Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

CareTech Group; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CareTech Group is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to enhance communication services at Pengwern College. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assess individual needs and implement tailored therapies for those with Learning Disabilities and Autism. This full-time role offers an annual salary of up to £44,967, ongoing training, and support, making it ideal for a dedicated therapist passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Clinical supervision

Developmental and research opportunities

Training on new initiatives

Full support from a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Registered with the HCPC.
• Experience with Learning Disabilities and/or ASD.
• Familiarity with AAC approaches.

Responsibilities

• Assess communication needs and implement AAC systems.
• Provide recommendations to enhance daily communication.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to support therapeutic approaches.

Skills

Communication assessment

Therapeutic approaches

AAC systems usage

Education

Degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Role: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist at Pengwern College

Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours, part-time considered

Salary/Benefits: Up to £44,967 per annum

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) looking to join our multidisciplinary team?

This unique position involves delivering SLT services and supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), often with complex needs and challenging behaviors.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent training, full induction, clinical supervision, CPD, and developmental opportunities. You will receive full support from our onsite multidisciplinary team and participate in routine service meetings with companywide Speech and Language Therapists.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess communication needs in various environments and implement high and low tech AAC systems based on assessments.
• Provide functional targets and recommendations to enhance daily communication.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to support therapeutic approaches.
• Respond to referrals and maintain an inclusive communication environment.
• Complete audits and utilize the RCSLT 5 good communication standards.
• Contribute to service development and work effectively within the SLT team.

Qualifications:

• A degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
• Registered with the HCPC.
• Experience working with individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or ASD, preferably with AAC approaches.

Additional Benefits:

• Full support from a multidisciplinary team
• Clinical supervision
• Developmental and research opportunities
• Training on new initiatives
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)

We seek a dedicated, enthusiastic, resilient, and forward-thinking SLT with a genuine desire to help others.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check, and employment is subject to successful clearance. The position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.