Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Full Job Description

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 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?

Are you seeking flexibility and 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 5th year running?

Job Title:
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Location:
Oaktree School – TR4 9NH

Salary: Up to £53,200 pro rata (dependent on experience)

Hours: 37.5 Hours, Monday – Friday 08:30am – 16:30pm

Contract: Permanent (Term time only)

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. We aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team at 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 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.

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 invest in forward‑thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of each pupil.

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.

The role: We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our in‑house clinical team at Oaktree 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, guiding practice within an education setting and clarifying your roles and responsibilities while meeting governing and professional body requirements.

You will hold a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with full support from your clinical supervisor and site lead, and will also contribute to staff training and consultation as required.

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC or equivalent professional body registration
• At least 2 years of experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting
• Relevant experience engaging with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
• Knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma‑informed practice
• Experience of multi‑disciplinary working in a range of settings
• Experience communicating with families, relatives and carers
• Interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice
• Strong…