Description
Cognus Limited is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to support the delivery of statutory speech and language therapy provision at Sherwood Foundation School. The successful candidate will work as part of a transdisciplinary team, providing innovative therapy interventions following evidence-based practice.
The role involves advising and supporting school staff and other therapists on the education and therapeutic interventions of children and young people with Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN). The post holder will be responsible for completing baseline and transition assessments, providing reports to referrers and other agencies, and planning, creating, and delivering tailored interventions and therapy programmes.
The ideal candidate will have experience as a paediatric Speech and Language Therapist, relevant qualifications including registration with HCPC, and excellent organisational and communication skills. The post is permanent, full-time, and offers a salary of £44,660.21 to £53,046.29 per year, inclusive of HCAS.
Key responsibilities include:
- Completing baseline and transition assessments to identify strengths, needs, outcomes, and provision for students with complex communication profiles
- Providing reports to referrers and other agencies involved in the child/young person's care
- Planning, creating, and delivering tailored interventions and therapy programmes
- Monitoring and recording child or young person's progress and effectiveness of intervention
- Collaborating with a range of partner agencies to create effective transition support
The post holder will also be expected to:
- Be aware of changing trends in treatment and promote Evidence-Based Practice
- Participate in clinical audit, service development activities, and research programmes as required
- Engage with continual professional development as identified through managerial and clinical supervision and appraisal
The school offers a friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment, regular supervision, and continued professional development and training.