We have an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our supportive and forward-thinking team, helping to promote and facilitate effective communication for all.
Communicate SLT CIC is a not-for-profit organisation that delivers flexible, tailored speech, language and communication services, investing in and supporting the diverse communities we serve.
This role involves delivering speech and language therapy services across mainstream schools and resource bases on the Fylde Coast, supporting children and young people with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Special Educational Needs (SEN).
The successful candidate will bring knowledge and experience of working with children and young people with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs, including neurodivergent individuals.
Working collaboratively with Speech and Language Therapy Assistants and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will support the implementation of universal best practice within educational settings. The role includes direct intervention as well as working through others to ensure children and young people are supported to achieve their full potential.
Here is more detail about the candidates we are looking for:
* Speech and Language Therapy Degree or Masters
* Experience working with children with special educational needs
* Experience working with children and young people who are neurodiverse
* Registration with RCSLT and HCPC
* Respect for confidential information
* Enhanced DBS applied for by Communicate SLT CIC
Completed Newly Qualified Professional competencies.
2+ years’ experience working as an SLT with children, young people, their families.
Experience working within schools and as part of a Multi-agency team
Training relevant to client group e.g. Elklan, Intensive Interaction
Drivers licence and car
Core responsibilities
* To provide a speech and language therapy services to children, directly and through support to their families and the multi-disciplinary team.
* Provide speech, language and communication assessments for pupils / prospective pupils in consultation with the multi- disciplinary team and other SLTs and SLTAs.
* Keep accurate records and provide written reports.
* Set targets for therapy and monitor progress.
* Provide intervention on an individual or group basis as required.
* Develop and demonstrate SLT programmes and groups for pupils.
* Hold responsibility for own caseload, working without direct supervision.
* Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, contributing to the planning, development and delivery of an effective and efficient service
* To liaise with other involved agencies and with families to provide an integrated service.
Work as a key member of the team which involves participation in:
* Clinical supervision within the team via regular meetings, supervision, mentoring and appraisals
* Continuing professional development and implementing service improvements and evidence-based practice
* Induction, supervision and support of junior SLTs, SLTAs and volunteers
* Development of SLT services and training
* The evaluation and monitoring of services to demonstrate impact and quality of service
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