Job Title
Speech and Language Therapist
Location
Heath Farm School – Ashford, TN27 0AX
Salary
Up to £53,200 (FTE) DOE (pro rata)
Hours
37.5 hours per week, 8.30am-4.30pm
Contract
Fixed Term – 12 months, Term Time Only
Job Description
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in‑house clinical team at Red Kite School. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke speech and language therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working and hold a caseload of speech and language therapy with support from your designated clinical supervisor and site lead. You will also contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
Demonstrate a person‑centred, empowering approach and work as part of a multidisciplinary team within a strong safeguarding culture.
Essential Criteria
* Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
* HCPC registered, and registered with the RCSLT
* Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
* Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice
* Some experience of multi‑disciplinary working in a range of settings
* Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
* An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice
* Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills
* Good communication skills (oral and written)
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
* Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
* Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi‑disciplinary team
* Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
Desirable
* Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
* Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication
* Full driving license and access to a car (Highly Desirable)
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
* Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* £2000 CPD Training Allowance
Additional Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and will undergo a fully enhanced DBS check.
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