Overview
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career, while working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and be part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training and development? Do you want flexibility and the ability to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
Role details
Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Groveside School – Berkshire RG2 7AY / Red Kite School – Buckinghamshire HP27 0JW (covering both sites). Groveside School / Red Kite School forms part of our Acorn Education brand, an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 7 – 18.
Salary: Up to £53,200 DOE
Notes on scale: Basic grade SALT offers from £33,000+, Specialist from £39,500+ & Highly specialist from £48,000+
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 8.30am – 4.30pm
Contract: Permanent 52 weeks (Term-Time contract available)
The role
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Groveside School / 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 standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, which guide practice in an education setting and clarify roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with full support from your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, and you will contribute to staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.
Our Clinical Teams maintain a person-centred, empowering approach with pupils at the forefront. All settings uphold a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence and are a leading service provider in the UK. We seek a Speech and Language Therapist who shares this vision to use innovative approaches to enhance quality of life and outcomes for the pupils we support.
Location
Groveside School – Berkshire RG2 7AY / Red Kite School – Buckinghamshire HP27 0JW. Groveside School / Red Kite School is part of the Acorn Education brand, supporting children and young people aged 7 – 18.
Essential Criteria
* Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
* HCPC registered
* Some relevant experience in a role engaging with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
* Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice
* Some experience of multidisciplinary working in a range of settings
* Some experience 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 how to formulate support plans based on needs profiles
* Knowledge of legislation and implications for 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 work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group
Benefits
* Your health and wellbeing are important, with a flexible benefits package including a £2,000 training allowance
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health support services and physical health checks
* 4DWW: You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay; probation applicable
* Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity/paternity leave, paid fertility treatment support
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS and social media checks.
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