Speech and Language Therapist - Learning Disabilities

Overview

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career, whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to participate in research projects, special interest groups, and be part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training and development?

Bankside College is part of Outcomes First Group and has been awarded a Great Place to Work for the 5th year running.

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Bankside College, Worcestershire, WR8 0AD

Hours: 15 hours per week, flexible on which 2 days are selected

Contract: Permanent (term-time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on personal circumstances)

Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

• Deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent, or have SEMH needs.
• Work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working to guide practice in an education setting.
• Hold a Speech and Language Therapy caseload with the support of a designated clinical supervisor and site lead.
• Contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
• Collaborate with the education team to ensure a person-centred, empowering approach that places pupils at the forefront.

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy (BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy).
• Good relationship-building, analytical and judgmental skills.
• Willingness to attend training and work towards further qualifications relevant to the client group.
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to a car.

Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate. Our Acorn schools meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness.

Momenta Connect helps young people overcome barriers and engage with education. Blenheim Schools enable outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international education. We are committed to unlocking pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.

• CPD support with a £2,000 training allowance after probation to complete role-specific training tailored to your requirements.
• Access to a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular peer reflection and practice development forums.
• Flexible benefits package including health and wellbeing support, Life Assurance, Pension options, and wellbeing services.
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, and other health and financial wellbeing benefits.

Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.