About this role
Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity for an NQP who is ready to begin their SLT career in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work across community and school settings with a structured mix of clients and support.
Main duties of the job
- Assessing children's speech, language and communication needs using appropriate assessment tools and clinical observations.
- Planning and delivering individual and group therapy sessions tailored to each child's needs.
- Developing and reviewing personalised therapy goals and intervention plans.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, parents and other professionals to support children's communication development.
- Providing practical strategies and guidance to school staff and families to help children develop their communication skills.
- Contributing to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and relevant reports, where appropriate.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records, progress notes and assessment reports in line with professional standards.
- Participating in regular clinical supervision, training and continuing professional development (CPD).
- Working within HCPC and RCSLT professional standards, with guidance and support from experienced Speech and Language Therapists.
About us
Why Join Unlocking Language?
We are committed to excellence and empowerment, not only for the children and families we support, but for our team too. As part of Unlocking Language, you will be part of a warm and growing company that invests in your professional journey and celebrates your contribution.
Key Features
- Varied caseload
- Be part of a collaborative SLT team
- Structured supervision and support from experienced SLTs
- Access to high-quality resources and team-wide CPD
- Opportunity to make a tangible difference
- 12 weeks paid holiday*
- Birthday Leave
- Christmas and entire month of August off*
- Termly CPD days plus training budget
Job description
Job responsibilities
Newly Qualified Speech and Language Therapist, Mixed Post: Sen Schools & Mainstream Schools (South East London)Role Overview
This is an excellent opportunity for an NQP who is ready to begin their SLT career in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work across community and school settings with a structured mix of clients and support:
Key Features
- Varied caseload including mainstream, autism and complex needs
- Be part of a collaborative SLT team
- Structured supervision and support from experienced SLTs
- Access to high-quality resources and team-wide CPD
- Opportunity to make a tangible difference from the start of your career
- Work from home days during half term holidays
- 12 weeks paid holiday*
- Birthday Leave
- Christmas and entire month of August off*
- Termly CPD days plus training budget
*subject to contract
We are Looking For Someone Who
- Has recently qualified as a Speech and Language Therapist (HCPC registration required)
- Is passionate about working with children and young people in diverse educational and community settings
- Brings energy, empathy, and curiosity to their work
- Values teamwork, reflection and continuous development
Why Join Unlocking Language?
Hours: Full-time (5 days per week) will consider part-timeSalary: £31,166 £34,000 (pro rata) per year
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech Therapy Degree
- HCPC Registered
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Unlocking Language
Address
Suite 11 Ensign House
Admirals Way
London
E14 9XQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.unlockinglanguage.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)