Speech & Language Therapist (Band 6)

Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd is seeking to appoint a part-time (3 days a week) Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist who shares our values and ambitions. The SaLT will be part of In-TACT, a multidisciplinary service comprised of an Educational Psychology team, Counselling and Music Therapy.

The successful candidate will be line managed by the Principal EP and In-TACT Manager and will receive their clinical supervision from a speech and language therapist. An extensive knowledge of SLCN is a pre-requisite; but we also believe a willingness to learn from others and a commitment to professional development is equally important. Relevant qualifications are necessary alongside a willingness to continue to develop.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise effectively with the In-TACT Services lead and Principal EP.
• Audit the need for SaLT support across Discovery Trust and establish a co-ordinated plan of provision for all schools in need.
• Devise and deliver appropriate training and consultation services to our trust.
• Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment/intervention programmes for service users according to professional standards whilst adhering to trust policies and procedures.
• Provide therapy care plans to be carried out by Speech and Language Therapy assistants and/or Learning Support Assistants/Teaching Assistants while retaining overall responsibility for the clients.
• Provide feedback, guidance, advice and training to parents/family members, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team in all aspects of speech, language and communication acquisition.
• Foster close working relationships with colleagues and other relevant professionals in maximising the service user’s potential.
• Actively engage in own appraisal.
• Attend and take part in half-termly In-TACT meetings.

What We’re Looking For:

• A recognised professional degree qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Knowledge and understanding of the application of relevant SLT diagnostics, theoretical models, and approaches relevant to service users.
• Ability to work autonomously and cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Registered member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience of working with parents, carers and other professionals.
• Effective organisational/planning and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive and emotional information using a variety of modes of communication.
• Minimum of 2 years post registration experience.
• Experience of working with a range of SLCN including those associated with learning disabilities, complex medical needs and mental health needs.

Why Join Us?

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• An established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits:

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Free childcare.
• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility:

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation.

More about Discovery Schools Trust:

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend.

Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.