Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist

Nhs; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; GBP 43 000 - 48 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their dedicated therapy team. This role involves working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide tailored support for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions. You will lead clinical supervision, manage complex caseloads, and develop innovative therapy strategies. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and possess the skills to coach and develop others, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment focused on growth and development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy and relevant postgraduate qualifications.
• Experience in clinical settings, especially with Autism Spectrum Conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical supervision and manage a caseload of pupils with complex needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop therapy recommendations for pupils.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Clinical Supervision

Assessment and Intervention

Training and Consultation

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

Postgraduate Qualification

Job description

Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

This is an exciting opportunity to join the therapy team at Inscape House School as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist.

You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality services to children and young people with autism spectrum conditions and related social communication difficulties.

Main duties of the job

As a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for leading clinical supervision and management within the Speech and Language Therapy Team, developing policies and procedures in your area of clinical specialism, and managing a caseload of pupils with complex needs.

You will conduct initial assessments, develop therapy recommendations, provide advice and training to pupils, school staff, and families, and deliver bespoke support for pupils requiring specialist input.

About us

Together Trust is a charity that champions the rights, needs, and ambitions of the people it supports.

They work with children, young people, and adults with disabilities, autism, and complex needs, as well as their families and carers.

Job responsibilities

• Package Description: Together we make a difference, develop and learn, and support each other.
• Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same: To champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support - they are at the heart of everything we do.
• We stand by them and we work together for change.

Are you creative and passionate about helping individuals develop their skills? Are you personable and able to coach and develop staff confidence? Are you driven to help someone reach their potential? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Join our therapy team at Inscape House School as a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. Our specialist school supports children and young people aged 5 to 19 years with autism spectrum conditions and related social communication difficulties.

Hours: 37.5 per week over 41 weeks (term time)

Salary: £43,000 (Pro-rated from £48,000, FTE)

Location: Inscape House School, Cheadle, Stockport

Reports to: Internal Therapy Lead

Role Overview

Work within a multi-disciplinary team of experienced therapists, advisory teachers, positive behaviour support colleagues, psychologists, and other support team members.

Engage in assessment, intervention, and monitoring for pupils with autism spectrum conditions, delivering high-quality services to children, young people, and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead clinical supervision and management within the Speech and Language Therapy Team.
• Develop policies and procedures in your area of clinical specialism.
• Manage a caseload of pupils with complex needs, supporting families and carers.
• Conduct initial assessments of pupils' speech, language, and communication skills.
• Develop therapy recommendations at universal, targeted, and specialist levels.
• Provide advice, consultation, and training to pupils, school staff, and families.
• Deliver bespoke support for pupils requiring specialist input.
• Make clinical decisions regarding therapy input and support others in delivering it.
• Complete referrals to internal and external services as needed.
• Contribute to termly appraisal meetings and service reviews.
• Use data to monitor progress and implement evidence-based intervention strategies.

About You

• Degree (or equivalent) in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area.
• Member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists with completion of NQP Goals and Competencies Framework.
• Current registration with the HCPC.
• Evidence of relevant postgraduate training (e.g., AAC, dysphagia, TEACCH).
• Significant post-qualification experience in various clinical settings.
• Experience working with young people and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Conditions.
• Experience in providing clinical supervision.
• Experience in devising and delivering training and working in a multidisciplinary manner.
• Ability to manage and prioritise your caseload and work autonomously.