Job Title: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Job Location: Oakwood College, Torpoint (PL11) Salary: The full-time equivalent salary is between £35,175 - £39,133pa, however as this role is working 22.5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year, youll be paid between £18,111.74 and £20,149.73. Contract Type: Permanent Term Time Only Are you a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a lasting impact? In this role, youll play a crucial part in supporting learners with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, helping to develop the essential communication skills they need to flourish, grow, and prepare for independent living, work, and life. Each day kicks off with a collaborative morning briefing, where you'll share insights and receive updates on the progress from our incredible team. From there, your day could involve conducting 1:1 therapy sessions, leading group activities, or working alongside teachers in the classroom to embed communication strategies. Every interaction is an opportunity to make a real difference. Youll also have the chance to mentor and supervise less experienced Speech and Language Therapists, sharing your expertise to elevate the quality of support we provide. Plus, youll contribute to developing training materials for staff and support university students on placement, helping to broaden the understanding of communication development across the team. We understand how important it is for you to have protected time for your clinical development ensuring you have the support needed to give learners the highest level of care. This is your opportunity to help young adults build confidence, reach their full potential, and make a lasting impact on their future. A day in the life of a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist will involve: Taking a trauma informed approach to clinical work. Youll work with a small caseload of learners who will have varying Learning, Communication, sensory processing, and social interaction needs. Youll be able to do this through 1-2-1 support, classroom work and group sessions. Taking an active role in the admissions process for new learners, including helping to write pen portraits. Working with the wider team to offer the best support to our learners, including our onsite creative art therapists, teachers, and teaching assistants, and taking part in Multidisciplinary team meetings. This work may include supervisions, training, or taking part in projects related to the work we do. Administration. Whilst doing all your great work with the learners, well need you to keep their records up to date and carry out all the administrative tasks youd expect to come with this role. Dont worry though, during the school holidays you can work from home so that you have the space to do this without it impacting the time you spend with the learners. To be a successful Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, youll need: A recognised Degree in Speech and Language Therapy, along with HCPC Registration and membership with the Royal College of Speech and Language. At least 3 years of experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist. The desire and confidence to run supervisions, training, and support both experienced and less experienced Speech and Language Therapists. Good IT skills Well train you on how to use our systems, but it would help if you had a working understanding of using Microsoft packages like Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams. A full driving licence. Whilst this role is based in a single location, there will be times that you need to attend meetings offsite which would require the use of a vehicle. If you have experience working within the NHS, the best way for us to describe the level of experience needed for this role would be to consider it a Band 6 position. However, if you are a Band 5 with experience, we can offer a development pathway to help you progress to a Band 6 Specialist role. In return for your time, youll get: Holidays Youll work 42 weeks of the year during term time, but youll be paid annual leave to cover the remaining 5.6 weeks. (If you are part-time, youll get a Pro Rata amount based on your hours). Pension scheme Our pension scheme is based on you paying in 5%, and us adding 3%. Learning & Development Opportunities We provide comprehensive learning opportunities for team members to develop themselves. Discounts Youll have access to brilliant discounts through the Blue Light Card and our own employee benefits platform. Wellbeing Support Your wellbeing is always our priority. Youll have access to mental health and wellbeing support. On top of this, our therapies team offers a monthly confidential check in clinic, and group reflective practice sessions. Cycle2Work -The cycle to work scheme enables you to buy a bicycle at a discounted rate. DBS As this role required you to have an enhanced DBS carried out, we will cover this cost. After 12 months service - Youll also be eligible for our Medicash scheme which covers a wide range of medical, health and wellbeing expenses (Including immediate access to a GP). Youll get life assurance paid at x2 your annual salary. ADZN1_UKTJ