Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?
Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training & development?
Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist SaLT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 6th year running?
At OFG we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work
Job Title: Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Higford School – Shropshire TF11 9ET
Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday- Friday
Contract: Permanent – 52 weeks
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.
We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.
About Outcomes First Group
At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We exist to provide, champion and develop an exceptional education that is research-led and tailored around the abilities and aspirations of the individual - a commitment that shapes tomorrow’s leaders, cultivates a lifelong love of learning and equips young minds to craft their own bright futures.
At the heart of our philosophy lies a unique blend of tradition and innovation. We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom, evidenced in a 97% success rate in guiding our leavers into education, employment or training.
As the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector, we have the capability to invest in forward-thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams.
Outcomes First Group operates a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people.
To find out more about our segments and expert services, visit: www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/our-services
The role:
We are looking for a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Higford School
Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a speech and language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and Lead Clinician, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.
Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.
Location: Higford School – Shropshire TF11 9ET – Higford School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 – 19
- Education - Options Autism
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
- BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy
- Registered with the RCSLT
- Relevant previous experience as student SaLT or in a previously held job or placement
- Some experience of engaging and supporting individuals presenting with complex communication profiles associated with autism, cognitive differences / difficulties and other diagnoses.
- Some awareness of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice.
- Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings
- Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
- Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills. ✓ Good communication skills (oral and written).
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards and competent in core areas of SaLT
- Some knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
- Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
- Some understanding of how arousal levels can impact on communication skills.
- Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
- Willingness to attend training course and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
- Full driving license and access to a car
Why work for us?
Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options:
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
- Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
- A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- £2000 CPD Training Allowance
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
Job Ref: 317978
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