Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7)

We are looking for an experienced (band 7), well qualified and dynamic Speech and Language Therapist

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Gretton School is on a fantastic journey. The school is growing, and with that growth comes the opportunity to really embed the culture and system of a truly integrated education and therapy model. The school is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and committed Speech and Language Therapist to drive standards and practice across the school.

Your new school

Gretton School is an independent specialist school for children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions, specifically high functioning autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. We welcome students from 5—19 years old, as weekly boarders or as day students. Based just outside Cambridge, we work with 12 counties to provide a broad and individualised education for these unique and wonderful students.

Your new role

We are looking for an experienced (band 7), well qualified and dynamic Speech and Language Therapist with the ability to support the future development of our provision for children and young people with autistic spectrum conditions (ASC) and those with associated speech language and communication difficulties. Teaching and therapy staff at Gretton School work together using a strong multidisciplinary approach and prioritise the development of the children’s functional communication, social interaction skills and emotional well-being. We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for learning and excellent interpersonal skills that enjoy working as part of a team in our independent school.

This is a full-time (41 hours a week), term time role with an additional working week for planning and report writing to be used at the candidates discretion (40 weeks a year).

Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00, Tuesdays until 17:00.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
• Well established knowledge about speech, language and communication disorders associated with complex conditions and emotional/behavioural disorders
• In-depth knowledge of a broad range of therapeutic interventions appropriate to the client group and the ability to compare and contrast relative benefits. This includes SCERTS, TEACCH, Attention Autism, Word Aware, Social StoriesAbility to effectively support and advise colleagues
• Awareness of child protection issues

Applicants will need to complete an application form detailing how they meet the requirements of the person specification.

What you'll get in return

Gretton is a friendly school where staff are supportive of each other inside and outside of the classroom and there is an opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of our students and their families. Gretton has a person-centred focus, providing each child with a personalised education and care programme tailored to help meet their unique needs. At Gretton, our staff are like family, so don’t delay and apply today to join the Gretton family.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Brett Coventry on 020 3818 7041

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities statement.

Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.