Speech Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Begbroke, Oxfordshire

Salary: Very Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time,     Monday - Friday   

The Client:

Our client is a specialist school dedicated to young people aged 11-19 with autism. Their structured educational approach nurtures independence, confidence, and vital life skills for future success.

The Role:

They are  seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join their team, reporting to the Head of School. This role involves delivering high-quality speech and language therapy services in line with HCPC and RCSLT standards.

Responsibilities:

• Perform baseline assessments and contribute to EHCP reviews, including report writing and documentation.
• Attend annual review meetings and parents' evenings as requested by the Therapy Manager.
• Develop a therapy timetable balancing academic and therapy needs.
• Provide therapeutic interventions in line with EHCP requirements.
• Set targets, plan sessions, track progress, and maintain records according to HCPC standards.
• Report progress on targets termly.
• Create written programs to be delivered by staff, evaluated termly, and include communication skill targets.
• Offer written strategies for staff and parents to support specific needs.
• Provide regular training to school staff, including new staff induction.
• Advise on environmental factors affecting curriculum access and progress.
• Provide caseload data to the Head of School promptly.
• Supervise clinical placements for therapy students and volunteers.
• Maintain professional competence as per RCSLT and HCPC recommendations.
• Identify and report any issues hindering service delivery.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year post-qualification experience (PQE)
• Specific experience with individuals on the autism spectrum.
• Experience in educational and residential settings.
• Degree or diploma recognised by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Registration with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• HCPC registration.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of autism spectrum interventions.
• Adherence to clinical standards and guidelines.
• Participation in supervision, competency development, and CPD activities.
• Ability to consider various factors in assessment planning.
• Interpretation of assessment results for functional interpretation.
• Development of practical and relevant targets and interventions.
• Use of evidence-based practice and outcome measurement tools.
• Caseload management within professional boundaries.
• Accurate clinical case record keeping.
• Equal opportunities policy adherence.
• Knowledge of relevant procedures, including safeguarding, SEN, and data protection.

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