Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Norwich is looking for an experienced Speech & Language Therapist. This full-time position involves assessing and supporting children with special educational needs. Responsibilities include developing therapy plans, providing individualized therapy, and collaborating with educators and families. A full UK driving license is essential due to the job location. Salary ranges from £32,302 to £38,729 per annum.

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and a member of RCSLT.
• Passion for supporting children in reaching their full potential.
• Full UK Driving license essential due to school location.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech and language needs.
• Develop individualized therapy plans for children.
• Provide one-to-one and group therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with teachers and families.
• Monitor and report on student progress.

Skills

Experience working with children with autism

Evidence-based therapy methods

Strong communication skills

Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams

Education

Qualified Speech and Language Therapist

Job description

Experienced Speech & Language Therapist job vacancy in Norwich, Norfolk
Fixed Term Contract from September (or to start as soon as possible) until November 2026, 40 Hours per week.
This job vacancy is in Norwich, Norfolk but could also be commutable from the Ipswich area of Suffolk.

Benefits
• £32302 - £38729 per annum, Negotiable DOE
• UK Driving License Essential.
• 40 Hours per week.

Duties
As a Speech & Language Therapist working with children with special education needs, learning, physical, and sensory disabilities, you will:
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify speech, language, and communication needs.
• Develop individualized therapy plans tailored to each child’s needs, focusing on enhancing communication and social skills.
• Provide one-to-one and group therapy sessions to support language development and sensory processing.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, support staff, and families to create a cohesive approach to each child's development.
• Offer training and guidance to school staff on implementing communication strategies within the classroom.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on the progress of each student, adjusting therapy plans as needed.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to create holistic support plans, contributing speech and language expertise to wider educational and behavioral interventions.
• Participate in IEP (Individualised Education Program) meetings to support goal setting and progress tracking for each student.
Criteria:
• A qualified Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC registration and a member of RCSLT.
• Experience working with children with autism and complex needs or possess transferrable skills from similar roles.
• A strong commitment to evidence-based methods and a genuine passion for supporting children in reaching their full potential.
• A Full Driving licence and own car is essential due to the location of the School.
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Positive Outcome Recruitment have been selected as a recruitment partner on behalf of this Specialist Education Provider. If you are excited by this job opportunity and if you wish to apply, then please send your cv to [e-mail] or click on apply. We will be happy to tell you more about this job vacancy and answer questions you may have.