Speech and Language Therapist

Penny Tree School - Birmingham B30 3ES

Salary: up to £53,200 DOE FTE

Contract: Permanent - (52 weeks or flexibility around term time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)

Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

• Work collaboratively with the education team to deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs.
• Operate within the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, guiding your practice within an education setting and clarifying roles and responsibilities while meeting governing and professional requirements.
• Hold a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with support from a designated clinical supervisor and Lead Clinician.
• Contribute to staff training, consultation, and the broader clinical team's safeguarding and person centred approach.

• BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registered and registered with the RCSLT
• Relevant experience engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
• Knowledge of neurodiversity, trauma informed practice, and multi disciplinary working in a range of settings
• Strong relationship building, analytical and judgemental skills
• Excellent oral and written communication, time management and organisational skills
• Competence in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
• Knowledge of assessment tools and intervention strategies, plus ability to formulate support plans based on needs profiles
• Understanding of relevant legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management
• Willingness to attend training and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support services and physical health checks
• Family Growth Support - inclusive maternity, paternity, and fertility treatment support
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Discount options within the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Schemes
• Critical illness cover

All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close vacancies early; please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job Ref: 312479