Speech and Language Therapist

eTeach UK Limited; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join their Therapy team. The role involves managing therapy sessions and working closely with young people with ASD. Candidates may be experienced or newly qualified. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for ongoing training and growth.

Benefits

Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme

Flexible working

Relocation package

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a special needs environment or as a newly qualified therapist considered.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals and undertake initial assessments.
• Lead and facilitate individual and group therapy sessions.
• Manage and review an assigned caseload.

Skills

Experience working with young people with ASD

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualification as a Speech and Language Therapist

Job description

Recruitment Overview

Aspris Strathmore College are recruiting for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our Therapy team. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and passionate people to become an integral part of our therapy team. The successful candidate will join our multi-disciplinary team, which may suit someone experienced in a special needs environment or newly qualified, who will be required to work closely with other Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals providing support to students; reporting to the Therapy Manager.

Benefits

• Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
• Blue Light discount card
• Flexible working
• Relocation package*
• Comprehensive induction
• Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression
• Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
• Wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme and more!

About Strathmore College

Strathmore College is an SEN college for students aged 19 to 25. Each of our learners work on a completely individual programme which is specifically structured to support them into employment and to gain an increased level of independence as they prepare for adulthood. Good links with employers enable learners to develop skills in the workplace to support their transition.

The Strathmore College building itself acts as a central hub from which a vast range of community-based learning takes place. Community-based learning is central to our ethos, with learners engaging in a lot of practical, hands‑on activities and work-based learning.

Main Duties and Expectations

• You will receive and respond promptly to referrals undertaking initial assessments to establish the scope, level and nature of the individual young person's therapeutic and mental health needs.
• You will lead and facilitate group and/or individual therapy sessions, short and long‑term, ensuring interventions continue to meet the needs of the YP and are consistent with the provisions detailed in their therapy plan.
• You will manage, monitor and review an assigned caseload, ensuring delivery within the agreed timescales.
• Ability to work independently and with previous experience of working with young people with ASD, preferably within an education setting, is essential.

Qualifications and Experience

Experience working with young people with ASD is essential. Experience in a special‑needs environment or a newly qualified Speech and Language Therapist will be considered.

Safeguarding

All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and at least two references covering the last three years. Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. For all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults.

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Above all, we provide a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can flourish in your career and feel incredibly rewarded by helping those who need it most.