Speech and Language Therapist [Job Ref: 211220A]

The Springfields Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Speech and Language Therapist to join the School in Easter 2022

Hours/Contract: Part-time, Term-Time, Permanent Contract  

      

The Role:  The role of Speech and Language Therapist is an exciting role working within our multi-disclipnary Therapy Team in close collabouration with our existing SALT. The core purpose of the role is  to provide expertise, advice and intervention for a varied communication caseload, working both discreetly and embedded within the educational environment across the academy.

It is a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to work with a range of pupils with varied communication profiles alongside education, therapy and care staff to embed communication interventions in the daily pupil experience. This holistic therapeutic approach will ensure opportunities to help pupils develop the communication skills for a ‘safe, independent life’.

The role requires the successful candidate to have an understanding/commitment to understanding the theories of autism and their impact on communication for our pupils. They will have knowledge of how communication interventions can be applied in practice to meet individual need; in addition to creativity, flexibility, resilience and a commitment to meeting the communication needs of our pupils through innovative provision.

Part of the excitement of working at Springfields is the broad range of individuals that you will work with. Our young people with autism may have sensory needs, speech and language difficulties, or other conditions such as social, emotional and mental health needs. A key aspect of working at Springfields is taking the time to get to know pupils and their individual needs, and given their complexity, being able to create a safe, stimulating and supportive communication environment is crucial.

You will be joining a happy, hardworking and well-established multi-disciplinary Therapy Team. A key strength of the Therapy Team is their forward thinking, innovative approaches to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

The Person: What we can offer you: 

• The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people with autism. 

• The chance to build good working relationships with pupils and staff through consistent working patterns.

• The opportunity to innovate communication strategies and interventions to meet varied communication needs. 

• A close-knit team of professionals who work in a supportive and inspirational environment.

• An outstanding learning and therapeutic community.

• The opportunity to be involved in wider-school life.

• On-going, specialist professional development including clinical supervision. 

• A comprehensive CPD package with opportunities for individual development.

• A commitment to ‘Healthy Working Lives’ through a comprehensive trust Employee Assistance programme

• A work laptop 

• Therapeutic working space within our dedicated Therapy House. 

What we are looking for:

• Someone with a passion for making communication accessible for the autistic learner

• A child-centred practitioner who responds to the individual needs of each child.

• A Speech and Language Therapist with good knowledge and understanding of autism and social communication needs and appropriate communication strategies to support pupils with this need.

• A creative and flexible therapeutic approach that builds success through challenge, personalisation and innovation.

• The confidence and skills to build positive relationships that help to break down barriers and  build self-esteem.

• A commitment to enabling all our pupils to overcome their challenges and achieve their potential.

• Applications from newly qualified therapists will be considered.

Next Steps: So if you have any queries about this role, please get in touch with Office Manager, Rachel Barnes on 01249 814125 or email rbarnes@springfields.wilts,sch.uk   If you are experiencing any technical issues, please contact recruitment@reachsouth.org for support.

 

All applications to be made directly through TES.

Closing date: for applications is Sunday 30th January 2022 at Midnight.

Interview Date:  Interviews will be held on week commencing 7th February 2022.

Opportunities and Benefits:  

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.  

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training. 

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Reach South Academy Trust is committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation at any stage of the recruitment process or in the terms and conditions offered to new employees, or promoted employees.

Please note that Reach South Academy Trust can only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK, and who can provide the required documentation and where a candidate does not need a Skilled Worker Visa.