<div><h3>Speech and Language Therapist</h3><p>Penny Tree School – Birmingham B30 3ES</p><p>Salary: up to £53,200 DOE FTE</p><p>Contract: Permanent – (52 weeks or flexibility around term‑time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)</p><p><b>Essential:</b> Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Work collaboratively with the education team to deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs.</li><li>Operate within the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, guiding your practice within an education setting and clarifying roles and responsibilities while meeting governing and professional requirements.</li><li>Hold a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with support from a designated clinical supervisor and Lead Clinician.</li><li>Contribute to staff training, consultation, and the broader clinical teams safeguarding and person‑centred approach.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy</li><li>HCPC registered and registered with the RCSLT</li><li>Relevant experience engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles</li><li>Knowledge of neurodiversity, trauma‑informed practice, and multi‑disciplinary working in a range of settings</li><li>Strong relationship building, analytical and judgemental skills</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication, time‑management and organisational skills</li><li>Competence in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards</li><li>Knowledge of assessment tools and intervention strategies, plus ability to formulate support plans based on needs profiles</li><li>Understanding of relevant legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management</li><li>Willingness to attend training and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group</li><li>Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle</li></ul><h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Pension scheme with options to increase contributions</li><li>Wellbeing support services and physical health checks</li><li>Family Growth Support – inclusive maternity, paternity, and fertility treatment support</li><li>Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits</li><li>Discount options within the UK and abroad</li><li>Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Schemes</li><li>Critical illness cover</li></ul><p>All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close vacancies early; please submit your application as soon as possible.</p><p>Job Ref: 312479</p></div>