Speech and Language Therapist

Hales Valley Multi Academy Trust is a primary academy trust, based in Dudley, West Midlands. We currently consist of seven very different primary schools, ensuring that our Trust is a diverse and exciting place to work and learn.

We put our children at the heart of everything we do and are dedicated to providing them with an enriching curriculum, underpinned by our overall commitment to high standards across the board.

We value our staff and ensure that they are well supported and trained. We have a continual professional development guarantee that provides a clear career pathway of training and opportunities for all staff at all levels.

Our family of schools work closely together, ensuring that staff and children benefit from sharing the excellent practice that exists across the Trust. Our schools are well supported by the Board of Directors and the Trust Central team.

We believe that we are stronger together – all schools sharing capacity, resources and expertise. We believe that collaboration is fundamental to providing the best learning opportunities through a meaningful curriculum where children and adults acquire the knowledge, skills and positive attitudes to prepare and strengthen them for their role in society: today, tomorrow and in the future. We support and care for each other, especially when things go wrong;

we are a family.

This role provides you with an opportunity to join our family to improve outcomes for children. If you are interested in finding out more please do get in touch – we would be very happy to meet with you.

We are a values-led school, with our values driving our decision making

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled and proactive Speech and Language Therapist to join Hales Valley Trust and support pupils across our schools. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about improving communication, language and interaction outcomes for children and young people with a range of needs.

Working under the overall direction of the Head of School and reporting to the HVT Trust Head of Inclusion, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality speech and language therapy to pupils through individual, group and teacher-directed sessions. You will contribute to a supportive, inclusive learning environment where pupils are empowered to thrive both academically and emotionally.

You will be working 15 hours per week, (2 days), 39 weeks per annum.

Your Actual Salary will be £36,000 (Spot Salary) per annum.

• Provide speech and language therapy to pupils across the Trust through tailored individual and group interventions.
• Complete assessments for current and prospective pupils to identify speech, language and communication needs.
• Develop, implement and review therapy programmes in collaboration with school staff and families.
• Produce clear, professional written reports and documentation to support pupils, staff and external agencies.
• Contribute to the training and development of teaching and support staff to embed effective communication strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, inclusion teams and other professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality practice.
• Promote inclusive practice and support positive outcomes for all pupils.

• Is a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with relevant professional registration.
• Has experience working with children and young people in educational settings (desirable).
• Demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Is reflective, flexible and committed to meeting the diverse needs of pupils.
• Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently when required.
• Is passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs.

• A supportive and collaborative Trust environment.
• Leaders committed to inclusion and improving outcomes for every child.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• A positive working culture that values staff wellbeing.
• Employee benefits including Cycle to Work, free flu and eye test…