Speech and Language Therapist

Fostering Solutions; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training allowance £2,000

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

DBS checks

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the in-house clinical team at Longdon Hall School in Staffordshire. You will deliver bespoke SLT assessments and interventions to students, collaborating with education staff to support those with trauma, neurodiversity, or SEMH needs.

The role offers a permanent contract, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a generous salary up to £53,200 FTE DOE and a £3,000 welcome bonus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (UK-qualified)
• HCPC registration is required
• RCSLT registration preferred
• Experience in paediatric education or clinical settings is desirable
• Full driving licence with access to a car

Responsibilities

• Provide bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions
• Manage a clinical caseload with supervision
• Collaborate with education staff and multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to staff training and case consultations
• Support students with trauma, neurodiversity or SEMH needs

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Education

Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registered

Registered with RCSLT

Job description

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Speech and Language Therapist

Longdon Hall School

• Permanent

Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday ( 08:30 am - 4:30 pm ) (or flexibility around a Term-Time contract can be discussed based on your personal circ

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 teamin 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 believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work

Job Title:Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Longdon Hall School - Staffordshire WS15 4PT

Salary: Up to £53,200 (FTE) DOE plus £3000 Welcome Bonus(Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 am - 4:30 pm

Contract:Permanent 52 weeks (or flexibility around a Term-Time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)

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

In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our students.This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our students can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.

We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

The role:

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Longdon Hall School.

Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to students 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. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. 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 requiredThis post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.

Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the students we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the students we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them.We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the students we support.

Location:Longdon Hall School - Staffordshire, Longdon Hall Schoolforms part of our Outcomes First Schools and is an independent specialist day school, supporting students aged 7 – 18

For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registered
• Registered with RCSLT
• 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 driving license and access to a car
• 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
• Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication

Why work for us?

Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, OFG Education offer an array of flexible benefit options:

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:

• £2,000 training allowance
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

At OFG Education we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS

We are committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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