Speech and Language Therapist Employer Abbey School Reference SS
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Job Summary
Are you a qualified Speech and Language Therapist passionate about empowering children and young people with SEND If youre motivated by making a meaningful impact and align with our vision and values wed love to hear from you.
Speech and language therapy support for all classes is an integral part of the Abbey School model and part of meeting our values of:
- Belonging and connection
- Autonomy and control
- Gifts and talent
- Speaking listening and a sense of self
About the role:
- Onsite full-time during the school year (39 weeks and no travelling between different sites)
- Permanent contract
- Start Date:January 2025
- Salary: 36445 - 43959 (points 28-35 on the Abbey School Professional Pay Scale). Salary is dependent on qualification and number of years post qualification experience.
- Salary is not pro-rata although onsite hours are term time only salary is split evenly across 12 months and paid the same every month.
- You will work within our trans disciplinary team of Speech and Language Therapists Occupational Therapists and Behaviour Analysts
- Small caseload you will be responsible for a small number of classes with 6-7 pupils per class. You will work closely with the class-based staff and other onsite professionals in a pupil centred model.
- Hands on - you will see your classes every week andmaintain continual support of pupils in your caseload across the school yearwithout pressure to discharge
- Please notethis role is not suitable for newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver specialised speech language and communication support to children and young people (aged 4-19) with complex autism learning difficulties and behaviours that challenge within a school setting.
- Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure every pupils needs are understood accurately planned for and closely monitored.
- Empower teaching staff with expert advice to support pupils communication development driving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
- Provide both direct and indirect therapy to individuals and groups of pupils ensuring tailored care and support.
If youre ready to make a profound impact download our recruitment pack for a full job description and person specification. The ideal candidate will meet the essential criteria listed.
Dont miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative team contact us today!
If you would like an informal chat about the job role or a tour of the school to find out more then please call the main school office to arrange this.
Why join Abbey School
Join Something Exceptional:Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources:Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development:Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location:Discover the unique quality of life in Chester where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history scenic beauty and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle
Additional Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme
- Technology appropriate for your job
- Comprehensive staff training programme
- Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP mental health support service get fit programme and much more.
- Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability and in so doing extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others
For further information regarding this role please contact .
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Acute Care
- HTTPS
- Speech Therapy
- Assistive Technologies
- Autism Experience
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Interpretation
- Patient Service Experience
- Phone Etiquette
