Speech and Language Therapist

This Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) role in Kingston is a permanent role. You will join a school to support children and young people with moderate learning difficulties and additional communication needs. The role involves managing a paediatric caseload and contributing to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) within a specialist educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a paediatric speech and language therapy caseload for pupils with moderate learning difficulties
• Complete and contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) documentation and annual reviews
• Assess communication needs to set therapy goals and develop individual intervention plans
• Plan therapy programmes for implementation by therapy assistants and school staff
• Review therapeutic outcomes and adapt interventions to meet the changing needs of pupils
• Support pupils using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) methods where required
• Provide specialist advice, guidance, and training to teachers, support staff, and families

What you'll need

• HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
• Experience working with children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Professional experience within specialist schools or with learning disabilities
• Competency in managing EHCP processes and annual reviews
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in speech and language therapy