Job Title
Speech and Language Therapist
Location
Longdon Hall School – Staffordshire WS15 4PT
Salary
Up to £53,200 (FTE) DOE plus £3,000 Welcome Bonus (Payable in two instalments: £1,500 after one month and £1,500 after final probation)
Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 am – 04:30 pm
Contract
Permanent 52 weeks (or term‑time contract can be discussed)
Responsibilities
* 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.
* Hold a Speech and Language Therapy caseload under the support of a designated clinical supervisor and site lead.
* Contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
* Work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, guiding practice within an education setting and clarifying roles and responsibilities.
* Maintain a person‑centred, empowering approach and uphold safeguarding culture.
Qualifications
Essential Criteria:
* Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
* HCPC registered
* 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 judgemental 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 ability 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 work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
* Full driving licence and access to a car
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
Benefits
* £2,000 training allowance
* £3,000 Welcome Bonus
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase 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, with paid fertility treatment support
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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