Speech and Language Therapist

Complete Classroom Services are working with a **SEN School in **Islington who are looking for a **Speech and Language Therapist** to join their team from September 2024, but can offer an earlier start in the summer term. You will be leading sessions for pupils with complex learning needs inclusive of autism (**ASD**), social emotional mental health (**SEMH**) and communication (**SLCN**) challenges.

**Location**: Islington, North London

**Start date**:September 2024. Full time or Job-share opportunities available.

**Salary**:Band 5/6 - depending on experience

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for:

- Assess and diagnose speech, language, and communication difficulties in pupils with **ASD** and **SEMH.**:

- Develop and implement individualised therapy plans.
- Provide direct therapy sessions to individuals and groups, incorporating a range of evidence-based techniques and strategies.
- Collaborate with teachers, teaching assistants, and other professionals to integrate speech and language support into the wider curriculum.
- Support staff and parents/carers in reinforcing communication strategies and techniques in the classroom and home environment.
- Monitor and evaluate pupil progress, adjusting therapy plans as necessary to ensure ongoing improvement.

**Requirements of a Speech and Language Therapist**:

- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or similar field.
- HCPC registered.
- Previous experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist, preferably with children with special needs.
- Knowledge and experience of working with **ASD, SEMH and SLCN**.
- Familiarity with Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and Makaton.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiasm, creativity, and a genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children with communication difficulties.
- Access to good references
- An Enhanced DBS

**Application Process**:
If you are a creative and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting children and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience

**Safeguarding**

Complete Classroom Services are highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. You will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau) and undergo due diligence checks on social media use.

All school-based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract, Permanent

**Salary**: £27,105.85-£54,887.87 per year

**Benefits**:

- Transport links
- UK visa sponsorship

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Islington: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- DBS (preferred)
- HCPC (preferred)

Work Location: In person