Speech and Language Therapist

Are you a passionate Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a genuine difference?

We are recruiting a Band 6 or Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to join an Outstanding specialist college in Sutton on a maternity cover contract.

This is an opportunity to work with young adults aged 16+ with learning disabilities, autism and complex communication needs, helping them develop the skills, confidence and independence they need for adult life.

The Role

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you'll become part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team delivering person-centred therapy that has a real impact.

Your responsibilities will include:

Assessing communication and eating & drinking needs.
Managing your own clinical caseload.
Delivering universal and individual Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
Supporting students using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Coaching and training teaching and support staff.
Working collaboratively with families and external professionals to support successful transitions.
Promoting independence, inclusion and positive outcomes for every learner.

What We're Looking For

To be successful, you'll have:

A degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
HCPC registration.
Eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
Experience supporting young people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
Knowledge of communication assessment, AAC and eating & drinking.
The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary team.Applications are welcomed from experienced Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists looking to progress, as well as established Band 7 Speech and Language Therapists.

What's on Offer?

You'll benefit from:

Working within an Outstanding specialist education setting.
Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
A supportive multidisciplinary therapy team.
NHS-equivalent salary and pension.
Cycle to Work, Car Lease and Salary Sacrifice schemes.
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
Blue Light Card and a range of retail discounts.
Free Virtual GP access.
Flexible working benefits and enhanced family-friendly policies.

Make a Real Difference

If you're a Speech and Language Therapist who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and wants to work in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert