Speech and Language Therapist

Outcomes First Group; Ashwellthorpe and Fundenhall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational services provider is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join their clinical team. The role involves delivering bespoke assessments and interventions to students with developmental trauma and SEMH needs. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, experience, and a passion for developing relationships with diverse clientele. The position offers various benefits, including training allowances and wellness support.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life assurance and pension scheme

Access to mental health support

80% of contractual hours for 100% pay

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT in a similar setting.
• Experience engaging with individuals with complex communication profiles.
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Hold a Speech and Language therapy caseload with support.
• Contribute to staff training and consultation.
• Support pupil development through bespoke assessments.

Skills

Good communication skills

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Time management

Education

Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Acorn Park 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, guiding your practice within an education setting and outlining your roles and responsibilities while considering the requirements of governing and professional bodies. This post involves holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload with full support from your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, and contributing to staff training and consultation as required. The role suits a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams maintain a person-centred, empowering approach, putting pupils at the forefront of our work. All settings uphold a strong safeguarding culture and ensure pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence and are a leading service provider in the UK, with a vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes for our pupils.

Responsibilities

• Hold a Speech and Language therapy caseload with support from a designated clinical supervisor and site lead.
• Contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team within an education setting.
• Support the development of pupils with developmental trauma, neurodivergence or SEMH needs through bespoke assessments and interventions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registered.
• 1-2 years experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT, in a similar setting.
• Experience engaging with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary working across varied settings.
• Experience communicating with/working with families, relatives and carers.
• Interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice.
• Good relationship-building, analytical and judgmental skills; good communication (oral and written); good time management and organisational skills.
• Competent in core SaLT practice and understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards.
• Knowledge of SaLT assessment tools, intervention types, and how to formulate support plans based on needs profiles.
• Knowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management relating to the client group.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Willingness to attend training and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group.
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Desirable: understanding of sensory and motor differences impacting communication.
• Desirable: understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication.

Benefits

• £2,000 training allowance for role-specific training after probation.
• Life assurance and pension scheme with optional increased contributions.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: access to mental health support and physical health checks.
• 80% of contractual hours for 100% pay (4DWW, subject to probation).
• Family Growth Support: enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support.
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, and discounts options in the UK and abroad.
• Cycle to Work schemes; Electric Car Purchase Scheme; Critical illness cover.
• DBS checks in line with safeguarding requirements.