Speech and Language Therapist Band 7

The SALT department sits within a wider therapies team which includes occupational therapy, physiotherapy and psychology. Working collaboratively with colleagues across our campus and different disciplines is essential. Our therapies team includes SLT assistants and an AAC technician. Our students have a wide range of needs: epilepsy, complex developmental, acquired and neurodegenerative needs and / or autistic spectrum disorders, so you'll enjoy a variety of challenges and rewards in assessing (formally and informally) their communication needs, providing differential diagnosis and designing appropriate interventions that facilitate their progress educationally and in everyday life. You will be able to offer training to staff to support the therapy you design.,

• Manage and prioritise your caseload proactively and independently, under the supervision and guidance of the SALT Lead
• Plan and deliver high-quality 1:1 and group therapy sessions tailored to individual EHCP outcomes
• Complete EHCP annual review reports, ensuring clear, measurable, and functional targets
• Assess, implement, and review AAC systems, including both powered (e.g. Grid 3) and paper-based communication supports
• Provide aided language stimulation and promote total communication approaches across settings
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including education, OT, physiotherapy, and residential staff
• Deliver training and coaching to staff and families to embed communication strategies into daily routines
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and outcome monitoring
  
  Is a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC registration
• Has substantial post-qualification experience at Band 6 or above, ideally within specialist education or complex needs settings
• Demonstrates strong clinical skills in working with SEND, ASC, and PMLD populations
• Has proven experience in AAC assessment and intervention (both powered and paper based)
• Is confident in EHCP processes, including writing high-quality annual review reports
• Can effectively prioritise and manage a demanding caseload
• Has excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Is proactive, reflective, and committed to evidence-based practice
  
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