We are looking for our new Head of Speech and Language Therapy to lead and develop our SaLT team within our specialist setting demonstrating inspirational leadership and creativity.
Applicants should be should be suitably qualified and experienced and as part of the leadership team be willing to actively contribute to development of our holistic provision,
Main duties of the job
This is a post within our leadership team and we are looking for someone who can:
Promote speech and language therapy within the school and beyond, sharing your passion for intervention and evidence-based practice.
Lead strategic planning meetings with the Deputy Head of SaLT, shaping the therapy departments approach.
Supervise the work of junior therapists, assistants, SaLT students and volunteers and provide managerial guidance and support.
Co-ordinate and encourage the running of projects which contribute to evidence base.
Accountable for the delivery of SaLT for students within the school, college and residential Post 19 provision.
Ensure the service is effective, well-co-ordinated and collaborative to provide integrated support for students on an individualised basis.
You will provide professional leadership and management to ensure the delivery of high quality speech and language therapy; effective use of resources; appropriate standards of learning and achievement.
You should have knowledge of SEND and to keep knowledge and skills up-to-date, be self-critical and receptive to feedback.
You will model high standards in work and conduct and will be expected to always act with honesty and integrity.
The post holder will be expected to make an active contribution towards whole school aims, policies and priorities and to the overall education and achievement of all students.
St. Catherine's is a small national charity working with children and young people with severe and lifelong speech, language and communication needs and associated difficulties.
Based in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, we are a specialist school, college and Post 19 (19-25) provider.
We offer residential and day placements to children and young people and our holistic approach ensures every young person has access to high quality therapy, learning and personal development.
St. Catherine's is a unique place to work, our supportive and collaborative approach ensures you will enjoy coming to work and making a difference to our young people.