Overview
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic qualified Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a comprehensive speech and language therapy service to children aged 4-11 within the school setting. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating children with a wide range of communication difficulties, collaborating with school staff including a team of teaching assistants on delivering speech interventions, and supporting parents to ensure the best possible outcomes for pupils.
Location: Pendle Primary Academy, Walter Street, Brierfield, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 5AW
Hours: 22.5 hours per week. Term: Part-time. Salary: £32062 to £36363 (full-time equivalent; pro rata if part-time). Closing Date: 01/10/2025. Ref: 197722. Number of Posts: 1. Perm / FTC: Permanent.
Tel: 01282 615927. School website: www.pendleprimaryacademy.co.uk
This role is line managed by the Director of SEND. This position is part time; the salary quoted is full-time equivalent and will be paid on a pro rata basis. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Responsibilities
* Assessment & Intervention: Conduct assessments to identify children's speech, language, and communication needs. Develop and deliver tailored therapy programs, both on an individual and group basis.
* Case Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all assessments, interventions, and progress. Write reports for parents, teachers, and other professionals.
* Collaboration: Work closely with the Trusts Primary Director of SEND, class teachers, and teaching assistants to integrate therapeutic strategies into the daily curriculum. Collaborate with external professionals as needed.
* Training & Support: Provide training and guidance to school staff and parents on how to support children’s communication development. This includes demonstrating therapy techniques and suggesting classroom strategies.
* Parental Engagement: Build strong, positive relationships with parents and guardians, keeping them informed of their child’s progress and empowering them to support their child’s communication skills at home.
* Professional Development: Stay current with the latest research and best practices in speech and language therapy. Participate in regular supervision (details to be agreed upon appointment) and continuing professional development activities.
This role is line managed by the Director of SEND.
Essential Qualifications
* A recognized degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy.
* Registration: Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience working within a primary school environment. Experience of managing others.
* Specialisation: Additional training or experience in specific areas such as Stammering, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or Selective Mutism.
Proposed Interview Date: 10/10/2025.
Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) applies. If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in confidence in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. Lancashire County Council has a DBS handling policy and recruitment policy available from the recruiting manager.
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