Speech and Language Therapist

Teaching Vacancies; Nelson; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to support children aged 4-11. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant qualification, possess excellent communication skills, and have a compassionate approach to child development. This role offers a collaborative environment with a strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusivity for all children.

Qualifications

• Registered member of RCSLT and HCPC.
• Proven experience with children aged 4-11.
• Understanding of child development and speech, language needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Report-writing skills

Education

Recognised degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Overview

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential Criteria

• Qualifications: A recognised degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Registration: Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience: Proven experience working with children aged 4-11, preferably within an educational setting.
• Knowledge: A solid understanding of child development and a wide range of speech, language, and communication needs.
• Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills. The ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. A commitment to inclusive provision and supporting children with additional needs.
• Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience: Experience working within a primary school environment. Experience of managing others.
• Specialisation: Additional training or experience in specific areas such as Stammering, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or Selective Mutism.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate: A patient, empathetic, and caring approach to working with children and their families.
• Proactive: A self-starter who can manage their caseload effectively and take initiative.
• Flexible: Adaptable and able to respond to the changing needs of the school and its pupils.
• Resilient: The ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and grace.
• Team Player: A collaborative and supportive colleague who is committed to the school's ethos.

What the school offers its staff

At Pendle Education Trust, we aim to provide an environment where all children are inspired to learn and achieve to the very best of their ability. Our children love coming to school. They feel safe, develop strong friendships, have fun in their learning and their play, and have the confidence to explore new challenges.

Our primary school core values are based on our vision that every child will SHINE: they will be Safe, Here, Inspired, Neighbourly and Excellent in everything they set out to achieve. These values are embedded in everything we do throughout our primary schools.

Our primary schools serve diverse communities in Pendle and Burnley, with children on roll from a range of backgrounds, many of whom speak English as an additional language.

We have a great team of staff across our primary schools who work together for the benefit of all of our primary children. Staff at our three primary schools (Pendle Primary Academy, Castercliff Primary Academy and Casterton Primary Academy) collaborate with each other, as well as with the two secondary academies in Pendle Education Trust, and benefit from the support of the Trust’s core team for functions such as Finance, Facilities, Human Resources, Health and Safety, IT, Marketing and Governance.

By joining our primary schools, you will become part of a supportive and ambitious team.

Please take the time to read the information in this booklet to find out more about this role and we look forward to receiving your application.

Commitment to safeguarding

https://www.pendleeducationtrust.co.uk/page/?title=Safeguarding+and+Child+Protection&pid=58