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 to have 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?
Do you want to have flexibility and be 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 6th year running?
We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work
Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Ashley Park – Epsom & Walton-on-Thames, Surrey KT18 7LR (some working across both sites but main focus at Epsom site)
Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week 8:30am - 4:30pm Mon - Fri
Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)
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. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for 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.
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.
At the heart of our philosophy lies a unique blend of tradition and innovation. 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 have the capability to invest in forward-thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams.
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.
To find out more about our segments and expert services, visit: Our Services & Schools - Outcomes First Group
The role:
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Ashley Park school.
Working collaboratively with the education team, you will support the embedding of clinical excellence at a whole school level for pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the OFG pyramid model of clinical delivery, working in an MDT to target support at a whole school level where possible. You will be supported by the standards team and the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be supported in case management and planning work, any required assessments and interventions by the Lead Clinician and your designated clinical supervisor. You will also contribute to staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative, flexible and enthusiastic individual.
Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.
Location: Ashley Park – Surrey – Ashley Park School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting up to children aged 5 – 11
- Ashley Park School
- Education - Options Autism
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
- Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- HCPC registered
- Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
- Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice
- Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings
- Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
- An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice
- Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
- Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
- Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
- Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
Desirable:
- Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. Sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
- Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication
- Full driving license and access to a car (Highly Desirable)
Why work for us?
Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options:
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks
- *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
- Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
- A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
- Cycle to Work Schemes
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.