Speech and Language Therapist

Outcomes First Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the UK seeks a Speech and Language Therapist to join their clinical team. The role involves collaborating with educators to deliver therapy services to students, supporting those with developmental challenges or neuro-divergent needs. Candidates should hold a relevant degree, valid HCPC registration, and have at least three years of experience. This permanent position offers competitive salary and benefits including training allowances and a relocation package.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Family Growth Support

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

£5,000 Welcome Bonus

£3,000 Relocation package

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar setting.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills.
• Advanced knowledge of RCSLT Communication Standards.

Responsibilities

• Embed Speech and Language Therapy across the school.
• Work collaboratively with education teams.
• Conduct assessments and provide training to staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Training development

Research participation

Education

Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree

Valid HCPC Registration

Registered RCSLT member

Tools

Clinical supervision tools

Assessment tools for neurodivergence

Job description

Job Title

Speech and Language Therapist

Location

Baston House School – Kent BR2 7AB

Salary

£35,000

£53,200 FTE (DOE) plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus (paid in two installments) and £3,000 Relocation package (T&Cs apply).

Basic Grade

• Basic SALT offers from £33,000+
• Specialist from £39,500+
• Highly specialist from £48,000+

Hours

37.5 hours per week, 8:30am - 4:30pm Mon – Fri (Part‑time hours may be considered).

Contract

Permanent – Term time only, or full‑time contract flexibility can be discussed.

The role

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in‑house clinical team at Baston House School. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will embed Speech and Language Therapy approaches at the whole‑school level through assessment, observation, consultation, training, and joint interventions. You will work with a cohort of pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neuro‑divergent, or have SEMH needs, supported through multi‑disciplinary clinical teams. You will be allocated a designated clinical supervisor and operationally supported by a Lead Clinician on site. You will have a high level of presence and visibility within the school and classroom, contribute to and coordinate staff training, and participate in regular reviews, reflection, and consultations with education staff.

Essential Criteria

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree
• Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Minimum 3 years practising experience with this client group in a similar setting
• Highly developed specialist knowledge and clinical understanding underpinned by theory and practical experience
• Experience in multi‑disciplinary working across a range of settings, with some responsibility for service & team performance
• Highly experienced in communicating with and working with families, relatives and carers
• Highly experienced in developing training and in‑person presentations
• Highly experienced in providing professional and clinical supervision
• Highly experienced in taking part in research projects and conducting audits
• Exceptional relationship building, analytical and judgemental skillsli>
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Advanced knowledge and highly experienced in the core areas of SaLT practice and a clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
• Advanced knowledge of a range of approaches relating to neurodivergence, cognitive differences/difficulties and trauma‑informed practice

Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

Required.

Benefits

• £2,000 training allowance
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay (subject to successful completion of probation; 4DWW is not a contractual benefit)
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, plus paid fertility treatment support
• Wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• 100’s discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• £5,000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
• £3000 Relocation package (T&Cs apply)

Additional Information

Work will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close vacancies early; please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Job Ref

295416