We are looking for a Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join our in‑house clinical team. 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, taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. The role includes holding a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, and contributing 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 that places pupils at the forefront of everything we do. All settings uphold a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them.
Location: Hillingdon Grange forms part of our Options Autism brand and is an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 3‑14.
Qualifications
* Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
* HCPC registered
* 1‑2 years experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting
* Relevant experience engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
* Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma‑informed practice
* Experience of multi‑disciplinary working in a range of settings
* Experience communicating with families, relatives and carers
* 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 profile
* Knowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
* Willingness to attend training and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
* Full valid driving licence and access to own vehicle
Desirable Qualifications
* Understanding of other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact a communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
* Understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication
* ASD experience
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* Access to first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks under the "Your Wellbeing Matters" programme
* Family Growth Support, covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
* A wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* £5,000 Welcome Bonus
* £2,000 CPD Training Allowance
Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE, DOE, plus a £5,000 Welcome Bonus (paid in two installments of £2,500 after one month and upon completion of final probation). Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30‑16:30. Contract: Permanent (term‑time only, or full‑time flexibility can be discussed based on your circumstances).
All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.
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