Speech and Language Therapist

Meath, a Speech and Language UK School is an outstanding special school committed to the highest quality integrated education, therapy and care. Meath School is a non-maintained day and residential school for pupils aged between 4 – 11 years, who have severe and complex Speech and/or Language Disorders (including high functioning ASD), some of whom also present with associated learning and/or behavioural difficulties.

We are looking for an enthusiastic forward-thinking Speech and Language Therapist who wants to use their skills and knowledge in a specialist educational setting from Reception to end of Key Stage 2. Child contact time is maximised so that our pupils achieve the best possible outcomes at Meath School through a holistic approach. You will be school based and will be responsible for assessing, planning and delivering individualised intervention programmes for a defined caseload. You will work with children individually or in small groups in specialist therapy spaces and within classroom based sessions to enable them to access the curriculum and promote meaningful engagement in school based tasks.

You will be involved in training, CPD opportunities and outreach programmes. You will enjoy the chance to work within a well-resourced department and as part of a strong and supportive multi-disciplinary team of Teachers, Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Educational Psychologist and Residential Care Officers.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jennifer Cook, Head of Therapy on 01932 872302 email jennifer.cook@meathschool.org.uk.   

To find out more about Meath School and Speech and Language UK visit www.meathschool.org.uk  and www.speechandlanguage.org.uk

To apply please send the completed application form back to us to sbm@meathschool.org.uk as soon as possible, and by Monday 3rd June 2024 at the latest.