Speech and Language Therapist

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

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Settle is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join their team at Underley Gardens School. You will provide specialized therapy to pupils with developmental trauma and neurodiversity. The ideal candidate will have a background in Speech and Language Therapy with a focus on person-centered approaches. Competitive training allowance and benefits offered.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Flexible benefit options

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as a fully registered member of RCSLT.
• Experience engaging with individuals with complex communication profiles.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice.

Responsibilities

• Hold a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with support.
• Deliver bespoke assessments/interventions for neurodiverse pupils.
• Collaborate with the education team for staff training.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate/Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Tools

Speech and Language assessment tools

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens 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, guiding your practice within an education setting and clarifying your roles and responsibilities while taking into account the requirements of 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, and will also contribute 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.

Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around Full time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances).

Responsibilities

• Hold a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with the support of the clinical supervisor and site lead.
• Deliver bespoke Speech and Language assessment and intervention to pupils with developmental trauma, neurodiversity or SEMH needs.
• Work within the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working to guide practice in an educational setting.
• Collaborate with the education team and contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
• Maintain a person-centred, safeguarding-focused approach, ensuring pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them.
• Engage in multidisciplinary working and communicate effectively with families/relatives and carers.
• Develop knowledge and skills across different areas of Speech and Language Therapy practice.
• Attend training and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registered.
• 1-2 years experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting.
• Experience engaging with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles.
• Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings.
• Experience communicating with/working with families, relatives and carers.
• Interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of Speech and Language Therapy 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 Speech and Language Therapy practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards.
• Knowledge of various Speech and Language assessment tools, types of intervention, and how to formulate support plans based on needs profiles.
• Knowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willingness to attend training and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group.
• Desirable: understanding of sensory and motor differences that may impact communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs; understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication; full driving license and access to a car (highly desirable).

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. Blenheim Schools enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision is to empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission is to unlock pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promises describe the behaviours and commitments we share as a group, and outline how we treat each other and work together.

In addition, alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offers a range of flexible benefit options. Further details include a £2,000 training allowance to support role-specific training after probation, among other benefits. All successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks and enhanced DBS where applicable.