Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE (based on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent Term Time only (flexibility can be discussed)

Location: Manor Wood School and Avonside School, Acorn Education brand

• Deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils with developmental trauma, neurodivergent or SEMH needs.
• Work within OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working and other governing/professional body guidelines.
• Hold a Speech and Language therapy caseload with full support from clinical supervisor and lead clinician.
• Contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
• Work collaboratively with the education team and multi-disciplinary team, safeguarding culture, student centred approach.
• Maintain a person centred, empowering approach putting pupils at the forefront of everything.

• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in 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 and trauma informed practice.
• Experience of multi disciplinary working in a range of settings.
• Experience communicating with families, relatives and carers.
• Interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practise.
• Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills.
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Competence in core areas of SaLT practise and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards.
• Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and support plan formulation.
• Knowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi disciplinary team.
• Willingness to attend training and pursue further qualifications relevant to the client group.
• Understanding of sensory and motor differences impacting communication and the relationship between arousal levels and communication.

• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
• Wellbeing support services and physical health checks ("Your Wellbeing Matters").
• Family Growth Support - enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support.
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits.
• Discount options valid in the UK and abroad.
• Cycle to Work Schemes.
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
• Critical illness cover.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Job Ref: 313941