Speech and Language Therapist

Outcomes First Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Bristol is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join their clinical team at Bankside College. The role involves delivering assessments and interventions tailored to pupils with diverse communication needs, while working collaboratively in a supportive environment. Candidates should have a relevant degree and HCPC registration, along with experience engaging with individuals facing complex challenges. The organization offers a supportive workplace culture and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Family Growth Support

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT.
• Some relevant experience in engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex communication profiles.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice.

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.

Skills

Good communication skills (oral and written)

Time management and organisational skills

Analytical and judgmental skills

Competent in core areas of SaLT practice

Relationship building

Education

Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Tools

Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools

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 within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have 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 & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able 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? We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Bankside College school.

Responsibilities

• 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, which will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy (BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy)
• HCPC registered
• 1–2 years experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting
• Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
• Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice
• Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings
• Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
• An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice
• Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills
• Good communication skills (oral and written)
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
• Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
• Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
• Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to a car
• Desirable: Some 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
• Desirable: Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication

Location

Bankside College – Worcestershire WR8 0AD (part of our Options Autism brand, an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 16‑24)

Contract

Permanent (term time only, or flexibility around full‑time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances).

Benefits

• £2,000 training allowance (once probation has been completed)
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• 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, plus paid fertility treatment support
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100+ discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

Additional Information

All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close vacancies early, so please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Job Ref: 300936.