Early Years Speech and Language Therapist in Basingstoke

Do you have a passion for improving speech and language outcomes for young children in Hampshire?

The Role:

Do you have a proven track record in improving outcomes for our youngest children through your expert support and advice in speech and language development? Services for Young Children (SfYC) are looking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic part-time Advisor to the post of Early Years Speech and Language Advisor. This is an exciting opportunity for you to use your expertise and join a supportive team of professionals working across the county to raise outcomes for all Hampshire children.

What you’ll do:

The key purpose of the role is to support teachers and practitioners in schools and settings in improving speech, language and education outcomes for their children through the implementation of the SfYC Strategic Plan. The Advisory role will involve building trusting professional relationships and working closely with a range of different colleagues and partners across educational settings and within Hampshire County Council to deliver quality training, support and advice to make a difference for our youngest children.

What we’re looking for:

As a qualified speech and language therapist, you must have current experience and/or knowledge of working within the maintained, private, voluntary and independent sectors, and across the birth to five years age range. We are looking for someone who has an excellent knowledge and understanding of early years speech and language development, with a passion for inclusive practice in all areas of work. You will be able to challenge existing practices and identify innovative solutions. This role will work across Hampshire in different districts according to need and skills. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and specialism.

Why join us?

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment. Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary.

Additional Information:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: Lisa Sancisi, Early Years County Advisor.

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

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