Speech and Language Therapist
Conifers House School, Easebourne, West Sussex
Speech and Language Therapist
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Conifers House School, Easebourne, West Sussex
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 11 Nov | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: d7c0b3d1cb2b4f6aabea8d4fa926d128
Location ref: Easebourne, West Sussex
Full Job Description
We are seeking a qualified and passionate SaLT to lead on the communication strand of our therapeutic provision. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to assess, plan, and deliver SaLT input across the school, embedding strategies in everyday routines and supporting pupils to develop expressive and receptive language, social communication, and functional interaction.
Job Purpose
To assess and deliver therapeutic input for pupils with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs, providing direct and indirect SaLT provision, contributing to EHCPs, and working alongside staff to develop a total communication environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assessment and Therapy Planning
· Carry out detailed SaLT assessments and contribute to multidisciplinary baselining and annual review processes
· Develop individualised therapy plans and targets for pupils with identified speech, language, or communication needs
· Liaise with class teams and families to ensure therapy goals are reinforced throughout the day
Direct and Indirect Delivery
· Provide 1:1, paired, or small-group therapy sessions tailored to pupils' EHCPs and functional needs
· Model and embed strategies including AAC, PECS, Makaton, Colourful Semantics, and intensive interaction
· Contribute to integrated classroom practice, co-delivering sessions or supporting staff with SaLT-informed strategies
Training, Modelling and Staff Support
· Deliver training for teaching and support staff on communication approaches and interventions
· Support implementation of total communication across the school, including visuals, signing, and communication passports
· Contribute to reflective practice, observations, and ongoing staff development
Safeguarding and Professional Responsibilities
· Follow Conifers House's safeguarding policies and report concerns promptly
· Maintain accurate therapy records, risk assessments, and pupil communication plans
· Participate in CPD, clinical supervision, and professional networking