Speech and Language Therapist - Bramfield House School
Location: Bramfield House School - Suffolk, IP19 9AB
Contract: Permanent - Term time only
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE, DOE
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
Responsibilities
- Deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs.
- Work within OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, adhering to governing and professional body standards.
- Hold and manage a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with support from clinical supervisor and lead clinician.
- Contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, maintaining a strong safeguarding culture.
- Foster independence and empowerment for pupils through innovative approaches.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
- HCPC registered and registered with the RCSLT.
- Evidence of expert level knowledge, skill and expertise in specialist areas relevant to the OFG service cohort.
- Relevant experience engaging and working with individuals presenting complex communication profiles.
- Knowledge of neurodiversity, trauma informed practice and multi disciplinary working.
- Ability to communicate effectively with families, relatives and carers.
- Interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of Speech and Language Therapy practice.
- Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
- Competence in core areas of Speech and Language Therapy and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards.
- Knowledge of assessment tools, intervention types and how to formulate support plans based on needs profiles.
- Knowledge 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.
Benefits & Development Opportunities
- £2,000 training allowance after successful probation to support CPD.
- Flexible benefits package including pension scheme, mental health support services, physical health checks, family growth support, health, wellbeing and insurance benefits.
- Discount options valid in the UK and abroad.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Electric car purchase scheme.
- Critical illness cover.
Job Ref: 316658