Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Meath School, Chertsey, Surrey
Salary: £33,809 -£37,157 per annum dependent on experience
Working Pattern: Permanent contract, Full time (35 hours per week), 42 weeks per year (term time plus up to 3 weeks of work during school closure periods to be used flexibly throughout the year) with 10 weeks paid holiday. Part time applications will also be considered.
Start date: ASAP
Role Overview:Meath School is seeking a dedicated and skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. This role involves managing a caseload of pupils with severe and complex speech, language, and communication needs. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with staff and families, contribute to curriculum development, and make a meaningful impact on pupils’ lives.
Key Responsibilities:- Manage a caseload, conducting assessments, devising therapy programs, and writing reports.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to support students’ learning.
- Deliver therapy sessions, including group work and AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) planning.
- Contribute to the development of a communication-rich school environment.
- Provide training to staff and parents, sharing your expertise to enhance pupil outcomes.
Participate in professional development, ensuring best practices are upheld.
What We Are Looking For:- Qualifications: Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree and HCPC/RCSLT registration.
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a qualified SLT, ideally within a school setting and working with paediatric caseloads.
- Skills: Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills, with experience in administering assessments and managing a varied caseload.
Knowledge: A strong understanding of severe and complex speech and language disorders, as well as familiarity with AAC and dysphagia practices.
About Us:
Meath, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day and residential non-maintained primary special school for up to 75 pupils aged 4 to 11 years with complex speech and language challenges. Our most recent Ofsted report (2023) is highly positive about the work of the school and the progress which our children make.‘Pupils are happy and safe, and they enjoy being in school. They comment that ‘everyone can have friends here’. Visit our website.
How to Apply:
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jennifer Cook, Head of Therapy by email jennifer.cook@meathschool.org.uk
To apply please send the completed application form (available to download below) back to us sbm@meathschool.org.uk as soon as possible, and by Monday 3rd February 2025 at the latest.
Closing date: 9.00am, Monday 3 February 2025
Speech and Language UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We carry out appropriate vetting and verifications on all staff.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education the successful candidate’s employment is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check.
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All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search covering content that is in the public domain.
Accessibility Support:
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at hr@speechandlanguage.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you.
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer.
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you!