Speech and Language Therapist

Longdon Hall School; Longdon Green; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training allowance £2,000

Welcome bonus £3,000

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Family growth support

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Job summary

Longdon Hall School in Staffordshire is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary clinical team and deliver bespoke SaLT assessment and intervention to pupils with diverse needs.

You will work with qualified supervision, contribute to staff training, and have access to £2,000 CPD funds plus a £3,000 Welcome Bonus, as part of Outcomes First Group’s supportive benefits package. We value development, research participation, and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registered.
• Some relevant experience with diverse communication profiles.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to communicate with families and carers.
• Interest in CPD and developing SaLT knowledge.
• Full driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Provide bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention.
• Hold a SaLT caseload with supervision and site lead support.
• Contribute to staff training and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Follow safeguarding and professional standards within education settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Judgemental skills

Full driving license

Education

Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

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 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 £1,500 upon 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 pupils. 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 pupils 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.

• WE LISTEN. We never assume.
• WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
• WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another.

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 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. 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 required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. 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. 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 pupils we support. Location: Longdon Hall School - Staffordshire, Longdon Hall School forms part of our Acorn Education brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 7 - 18

• Welcome to Longdon Hall School
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For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Essential Criteria:

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registered
• 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 judgemental 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

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
• 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, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:

• £2,000 training allowance
• £3000 Welcome Bonus
• 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 Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Outcomes First Group is 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, Outcomes First Group 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.