About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our supportive and forward-thinking team, helping to promote and facilitate effective communication for all.
This role involves delivering speech and language therapy services across mainstream schools and resource bases on the Fylde Coast, supporting children and young people with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Special Educational Needs (SEN).
The successful candidate will bring knowledge and experience of working with children and young people with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs, including neurodivergent individuals.
Main duties of the job
Working collaboratively with Speech and Language Therapy Assistants and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will support the implementation of universal best practice within educational settings. The role includes direct intervention as well as working through others to ensure children and young people are supported to achieve their full potential.
About us
Communicate SLT CIC is a not-for-profit organisation, providing flexible and tailored speech, language and communication related services which invest in the diverse communities we serve.
Our experienced and dedicated team of professionals support individuals aged 0-25 years directly and through others, using high-quality, evidenced-based approaches to maximise impact where they live and learn.
Our head office is in Blackpool, however, we provide services across the North West through our highly supportive cohesive team.
The organisation began in 2011 and since then has grown in team size (now around 15 employees), reach (in 2024 we impacted more than 18,000 children and young people) and impact!
We welcome applicants who share our mission, vision and values and who are committed to working with others.
Here's a flavour of what its like to work within Communicate. These quotes are from current team members (2024):
"Communicate has an excellent ethos. Communicate values staff and does all it can to support the team, practically and emotionally. It is without a doubt the best company I have ever worked for!""Leadership work tirelessly and are amazing at what they do. I always feel like they do their best to support and listen to team members.""It's an absolute privilege to work for this company and I'm so proud of it."
Job description Job responsibilities
Core responsibilities
To provide a speech and language therapy services to children, directly and through support to their families and the multi-disciplinary team.Provide speech, language and communication assessments for pupils / prospective pupils in consultation with the multi- disciplinary team and other SLTs and SLTAs.Keep accurate records and provide written reports.Set targets for therapy and monitor progress.Provide intervention on an individual or group basis as required.Develop and demonstrate SLT programmes and groups for pupils.Hold responsibility for own caseload, working without direct supervision.Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, contributing to the planning, development and delivery of an effective and efficient service
To liaise with other involved agencies and with families to provide an integrated service.
Work as a key member of the team which involves participation in:
Clinical supervision within the team via regular meetings, supervision, mentoring and appraisalsContinuing professional development and implementing service improvements and evidence-based practiceSLT student placementsInduction, supervision and support of junior SLTs, SLTAs and volunteersDevelopment of SLT services and trainingThe evaluation and monitoring of services to demonstrate impact and quality of service
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience working with children with special educational needs. Experience working with children and young people with an ASD diagnosis.
Desirable
Experience working within schools and as part of a Multi-agency team. 2+ years experience working as an SLT with children, young people, their families.
Qualifications Essential
Speech and Language Therapy Degree or Masters
Desirable
Completed Newly Qualified Professional competencies. Training relevant to client group e.g. Elklan, Intensive Interaction
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills. A coaching ethos.
Desirable
IT literate and competent with MS Office systems. Drivers licence and car.
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.
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 Communicate SLT CIC
Address Communicate SLT CIC
Business First Ltd
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY4 2RP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://communicate-slt.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)