Job Title
Speech and Language Therapist
Location
Hillingdon Granges - predominantly based at Yiewsley Grange with occasional support to other sites.
Hours & Contract
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 16.30pm. Permanent contract (term time only, or full time schedule can be discussed).
Salary
Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus (payable as £2,500 after one month and £2,500 after final probation period). T&C's apply.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the education team to deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils with developmental trauma, neurodivergence or SEMH needs. Provide and manage a caseload under the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, support clinical supervision and staff training, and contribute to multidisciplinary planning.
Essential Criteria
- Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- HCPC registered
- 1 2 years' experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT in a similar setting
- Experience engaging and working with complex and diverse communication profiles
- Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice
- Multi disciplinary working experience across a range of settings
- Experience communicating with families, relatives and carers
- Interest in developing knowledge and skills across SaLT practice
- Strong relationship building, analytical and judgement skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written)
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Competence in core SaLT practice and understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
- Awareness of SaLT assessment tools and formulation of support plans
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and clinical implications
- Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
- Willingness to attend training and pursue further qualifications relevant to the client group
- ASD experience
Desirable
- Understanding of sensory and motor differences impacting communication
- Understanding of the link between arousal levels and communication
Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with contribution options
- Wellbeing support services and physical health checks
- Family growth support, enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Discount options across the UK and abroad
- Cycling and electric car purchase schemes
- Critical illness cover
- £5,000 Welcome Bonus (T&C's apply)
- £2,000 CPD Training Allowance
EEO & Safeguarding
Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. Compliance with statutory requirements is mandatory.
Job Ref: 311394
