Speech and Language Therapist

Outcomes First Group; Corby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join their Clinical Team across multiple schools. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of vulnerable young people through assessment and intervention plans, while also engaging in professional development. With a commitment to a nurturing environment and a focus on safeguarding, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pupils. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers a flexible work-life balance through innovative practices like the 4-Day Working Week.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits Scheme

Generous Annual Leave

Professional support network

Contributory Pension

Employee Rewards Hub

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Family Growth Support benefits

Work 80% of hours for 100% of pay

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT.
• Minimum 2 years experience with children and/or adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Manage a Speech and Language Therapy caseload.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Report Writing

Team Collaboration

Independent Work

Education

Speech and Language Therapy degree

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!

Job title: Speech and Language Therapist

Location: The Shires - Stretton / Oakham / Meadows View LE15 7GT

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term-Time only. (There may be scope for this role to be a full-time contract (52 weeks). Please get in touch to discuss.)

Salary: Up to GBP53,200 FTE DOE

Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a GBP2,000 training allowance in the first year to complete role-specific training tailored to your needs.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our Clinical Team across our Shires - Stretton / Oakham / Meadows View schools. The post holder will work collaboratively to deliver assessment and intervention plans for our pupils. This role offers a chance to grow and embed our clinical provision, working with education colleagues to implement a holistic, therapeutic approach.

You will be responsible for managing a Speech and Language Therapy caseload and contributing to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. This challenging and rewarding role is suited for a resilient and enthusiastic individual with a therapeutic approach and decision-making skills.

You will receive support including regular clinical supervision from our experienced Speech and Language Therapy network within Outcomes First Group, along with access to professional development opportunities.

Our clinical staff help maintain a nurturing environment where pupils can thrive, always prioritizing their well-being. Our settings uphold a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions affecting them whenever possible.

Our vision is to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and successful, and we seek a Speech and Language Therapist who shares this vision.

Location:

• The Shires - Stretton / Oakham / Meadows View, Rutland LE15 7GT
• Stretton Shires School
• Oakham Shires
• Meadows View - Opening 2025

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care, with a strong reputation for quality and positive outcomes. We are proud to be certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for five consecutive years. Our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.

Essential Criteria:

• Speech and Language Therapy degree
• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT
• Experience working with children and/or adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism with additional needs
• Minimum 2 years experience
• Clear and concise report writing skills
• Ability to work independently under supervision
• Experience in multi-professional teams
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

What's in it for you?

We offer a friendly, inclusive environment where our people are valued. We provide benefits supporting your professional and personal growth, including:

• Comprehensive induction programs
• Flexible Benefits Scheme
• Generous Annual Leave
• Additional holiday for special days
• Professional support network
• Contributory Pension
• Employee Rewards Hub
• Career development opportunities
• The Hub discounts and well-being resources
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Salary Finance
• Work 80% of hours for 100% of pay (subject to probation)
• Family Growth Support benefits

For more details, refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. To discuss further, please contact us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

Vacancy ID: 275620

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.