Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT, Band 5)

Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT, Band 5)

Permanent and Part Time (3 days)

Term time only (39 weeks)

We are excited to offer the opportunity for a dynamic and qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join our school. 

Your new role

We are looking for exceptional people to work with our exceptional learners. As a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist, you will take on an advanced role within the integrated multidisciplinary therapy team at Quorn Hall School. Building on your experience, you will provide high-quality speech and language therapy services to children with complex developmental needs, while actively contributing to the development of the speech and language therapy service and team within a supportive educational and therapeutic environment

This position offers excellent professional development opportunities, together with professional autonomy. We are seeking people who thrive on working in a challenging but immensely rewarding environment, who are passionate about supporting the development of social, life and independence skills and who truly want to make a difference in the lives of young people. 

This is a term time only position for part time candidates wanting to work 3 days per week.

Essential Requirements 

• A degree in Speech and Language Therapy

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, with at least 1 year in a paediatric or special education setting (desirable)

• HCPC and RCSLT membership 

• Proven ability to independently assess and implement management plans for children with speech and language needs. 

• Experience working with children and young people with Social, Emotional and Behavioural issues (desirable)

Your new school

Quorn Hall is an inclusive and forward thinking school that supports Children and Young People aged 6 -17 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. We are a specialist therapeutic school, offering an integrated model of education and therapy which dovetail to ensure that pupils are challenged effectively to make their next steps whilst feeling safe and supported.

We are an incredibly friendly and welcoming school and are on a fantastic journey; we are growing, and with this comes the opportunity to embed the culture and system of a truly integrated education and therapy model. 

Benefits include

● Working with our pupils in a beautiful Grade II listed building and inspiring surrounding grounds

● Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme where a 24 hour confidential helpline is available

● Lunch provided daily

● Free car parking

● Supportive and proactive Wellbeing team

● Great relationships with our sister schools, for example inter-school sporting events 

● Excellent CPD with increased career opportunities and advancement for all staff

● Many, many others… come and visit us to see for yourself!

Working Hours 

• Days of the week to be confirmed

• 8.30am - 4.30pm 

• Term time only 

How to apply

If you're interested in making a real difference and impacting positively on the lives of our students, we would love to hear from you. For more information on how to apply and for a full application pack, please contact Mike Sherwin on the below details:

E: quornhall@hays.com 

T: 07525 889925 

W: https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/quorn-hall-school 

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 24th February 2025

Strong applications may be considered upon receipt

We do not accept CV’s. All formal applications must be received on our school application form. 

Quorn Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

If successfully shortlisted for this role candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) and complete a self disclosure for cautions and convictions. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information.