Speech and Language Therapist
*Annual Salary: £36,571 - £44,145 plus up to £3,000 market supplement
*Location: Morden Surrey
*Job details: 1 day Merton, 1 day Kingston and 2 days in Carshalton – these can be flexible and discussed with the candidate.
Join our innovative therapy department at South Thames College Group, where we champion a neurodiversity affirming, strength-based approach. We are seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to support students aged 16 – 25 years with a range of learning and communication difficulties. This role is crucial in enabling students to achieve their academic, social, and employment potential.
Day-to-day of the role: *Conduct comprehensive Speech and Language therapy assessments and deliver person-centred interventions to help learners access and develop functional skills across the curriculum.
*Work closely with teaching teams to manage and support students’ communication, social, and behavioural needs in various settings.
*Enable staff to deliver the curriculum at appropriate language and communication levels through support plans, staff training, and direct coaching.
*Collaborate with learners’ families, carers, and specialist community health and social care teams to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
*Develop and implement transition plans for students entering and leaving the college, ensuring these transitions are effective and supportive.
*Assess and refer learners to specialist community health services as needed and support the implementation of these services’ recommendations.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and registration with the Health Professions Council.
*Experience in handling communication, social, and interaction needs, particularly in an educational setting.
*Proficient in using various communication aids and techniques, such as Makaton and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
*Ability to work collaboratively with educational staff, healthcare professionals, and families.
*Committed to continuous professional development and adhering to the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists’ Code of Ethics.
Benefits: *Competitive salary with a market supplement.
*Opportunities for professional development and involvement in research and clinical governance projects.
*Supportive and innovative working environment focused on professional growth and development.
*Comprehensive training and support for professional practice in a diverse educational setting.
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Giuliana Cassiano