Band 6 Level Speech and Language Therapist

Start Date:  Immediate (May 2019)

Location: South West London (Earlsfield) at an Independent Special Needs School 

Hours: Full time 40 weeks per year (paid school holidays)

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: Band 6 

 We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 level Speech and Language Therapist to work as part of our multidisciplinary therapy team in an independent primary special school. Our school has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted. This post would suit an individual who already has experience of working as a paediatric therapist, especially working in a school setting, specifically with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or complex needs. There are many opportunities to learn from other team members, all based within the school including Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Teachers and Teaching Assistants. All therapists receive frequent supervision and professional development opportunities are highly encouraged and supported. There is a strong emphasis on team building and support. 

 The school offers attractive incentives and benefits to their employees, including: daily breakfasts and lunches; 12 weeks holiday; counselling services; as well as social events. 

Main responsibilities

To manage a caseload of children with a range of speech, language and communication needs relating to ASD, global developmental delay, and other conditions

To complete comprehensive assessments for each pupil on your caseload in order to determine their individual speech, language and communication needs

To plan, deliver and evaluate 1:1 and group evidence based therapy programmes to develop skills in receptive/expressive spoken language, attention and listening, social communication, AAC and other areas where appropriate

To develop effective working relationships with school staff and liaise regularly regarding implementation of programmes and strategies across the school environment. 

Opportunities to support Band 5 level SaLT and supporting students in conjunction with Band 7 SaLT. 

Essential Criteria

HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.