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Speech and Language Therapist – Specialist Independent School
Location: Poole
Hours: 08:30am – 16:30pm Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Prospero Teaching are proud to be working in partnership with a specialist independent school that supports children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and other associated communication difficulties. The school is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join their team.
About the Role:
As the school’s Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a crucial role in helping pupils overcome communication barriers and reach their full academic and social potential. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality speech and language therapy services to both primary and secondary aged students.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the delivery of speech and language therapy across the school.
* Carry out assessments for both current and prospective pupils.
* Design and implement individual and group therapy programmes.
* Work closely with the Assistant Headteacher and SENDCo to ensure EHCP provision is in place and outcomes are achieved.
* Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team including teachers, support staff, and therapy assistants.
Requirements:
* A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
* Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
* Experience working with children, ideally in special education or similar settings.
* Strong understanding of speech, language, and communication needs.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
* Work in a supportive, specialist setting.
* Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
* Competitive salary and regular working hours (no evenings or weekends).
To be eligible as a Teaching Assistant role through Prospero Teaching you must:
* Hold Right to Work in the UK
* Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
* Provide two professional child related references
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