Speech & Language Therapist

TN United Kingdom; Godalming; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their therapy team at a special needs school. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, focusing on education, independence, and inclusion for students aged 7 to 19 with autism spectrum disorders. You will lead therapy sessions, conduct assessments, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure each student's needs are met. With a commitment to ongoing training and career progression, this opportunity is perfect for those who want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Join a team dedicated to fostering potential and providing high-quality care.

Benefits

Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme

Hybrid opportunities

Relocation package

Free parking

Free lunches

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and career progression

Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a special needs environment is preferred.
• Ability to lead therapy sessions and manage caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments to identify therapeutic needs.
• Lead group and individual therapy sessions for young people.
• Monitor and review assigned caseloads within timelines.

Skills

Experience with ASD

Therapeutic skills

Assessment skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualification in therapy or related field

Newly qualified practitioners welcome

Job description

Due to expansion, the new Headteacher and Leadership Team at Unsted Park School 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 a newly qualified practitioner, who will have the opportunity to work closely with our therapists and other professionals, providing support to students.

Unsted Park School is set in a beautiful semi-rural location with 44 acres of surrounding grounds. We are a SEN school specialising in the education and care of children and young people between the age of 7 to 19 years who are diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum with associated learning difficulties. We are committed to providing the highest level of education and care in a safe, positive environment that enables each individual to achieve their maximum potential.

Our benefits include:

• Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
• Hybrid opportunities
• Relocation package*
• Free parking
• Free lunches
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression
• Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
• Cycle to work scheme and more!

The focus of the whole school approach is in three core areas: education, independence and inclusion. Based on these core areas we provide individual, person-centred programmes which recognise individual abilities and strengths and help students to reach their full potential.

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.

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.

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.