Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist
Salary: Band 6 (Spine Points 25-30)
Contract: Full-time
Location: New Malden
Make a Lasting Difference
We are recruiting on behalf of a fantastic college dedicated to improving outcomes through education and personalised support. The college works with young people and adults with a diverse range of special educational needs and disabilities, helping them develop their skills, achieve their goals and build greater independence.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join a committed, multidisciplinary team in the Kingston area.
About the Role
You will provide essential support to students with a variety of communication and swallowing needs, including individuals with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. Working closely with teaching teams and other healthcare professionals, you will deliver tailored, person-centred interventions at both universal and specialist levels.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assessing students’ speech, language, communication and swallowing needs.
- Planning and delivering individual and group therapy sessions.
- Promoting a total communication approach throughout the college.
- Providing staff with training, advice and practical strategies to support students’ communication.
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues within Integrated Services.
- Supporting students to develop functional communication skills and greater independence.
About You
We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking therapist who:
- Holds a recognised Speech and Language Therapy qualification.
- Is registered with the HCPC.
- Has experience, or a keen interest, in supporting individuals with autism and/or learning disabilities.
- Takes a person-centred approach and is passionate about practical, innovative interventions.
- Communicates effectively and enjoys working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
Why Join?
- Generous annual leave entitlement, including a Christmas closure.
- Flexible working arrangements, with term-time and part-time options available.
- Excellent continuing professional development and opportunities for career progression.
- Opportunities to work alongside a range of specialist professionals and multidisciplinary teams.
- Access to a comprehensive range of employee benefits and wellbeing support.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client’s pay policy.
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