Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

As a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language and communication assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Design and deliver tailored intervention programmes for individual pupils and groups.
• Support learners with communication and interaction difficulties, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), and eating and drinking challenges where appropriate.
• Work closely with education, care and therapeutic professionals to ensure communication strategies are embedded throughout the school environment.
• Provide expert advice, guidance and coaching to colleagues to enhance communication outcomes across the setting.
• Deliver training sessions for staff, families and carers, promoting consistency in communication approaches.
• Help create and maintain communication-friendly learning environments.
• Contribute to EHCP/IDP reviews, multidisciplinary planning meetings and wider therapy service developments.
• Champion best practice and evidence-based approaches to communication support.
  
  We're looking for a dedicated Speech & Language Therapist who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs., Degree or Diploma in Speech & Language Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Relevant post-qualification experience supporting autistic children and young people with complex needs.
• Strong knowledge of SEND frameworks and person-centred practice.
• Experience delivering training, mentoring, coaching or workforce development initiatives.
• Understanding of AAC, PECS, Makaton and Dysphagia, or a willingness to undertake further specialist training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and case management abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.
  
  At Orbis, we are committed to helping every child achieve their potential. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where therapists can develop professionally while making a meaningful impact every day., Orbis Education and Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory safeguarding clearances.
  
  Term Time Only working pattern (41 weeks per year)
• Competitive salary of £35,481 - £39,423 pro rata (£45,000 - £50,000 FTE equivalent)
• Regular clinical supervision and professional guidance
• Access to ongoing CPD and specialist training programmes
• Opportunities to work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team
• The chance to influence and develop therapeutic practice across our schools
• A fulfilling role where your expertise directly improves children's lives and future opportunities