Job summary
Due to movement within the team, we have an exciting
opportunity for a Senior Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join our
supportive team and facilitate effective communication for all.
The successful candidate will support the successful delivery
of Speech and Language Therapy services in a special school in Bolton, joining
our team of SLTs and SLTAs on site and accessing support from our wider team.
We are happy to receive applications from SLTs wanting to develop their skills over time with the support and training we provide.
Main duties of the job
To provide a speech and language therapy services to children directly and through support to their families and the multi-disciplinary team.
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:
- Employees - in April 2024 we had 48 employees and
many consultants who support short term projects.
- Reach in 2022-2023, our services impacted over 14,000 children and families.
- 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
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Speech and
Language Therapist (SLT) to join our supportive team and facilitate effective
communication for all.
Communicate SLT has been commissioned by a special school in Bolton to provide SLT services for children and young people aged 3-19 years. This includes supporting universal best practice within the setting and providing services directly and through others to support the children and young people to reach their full potential.
We are looking for a SLT who is experienced in working with children who have significant or complex needs and those with a diagnosis of Autism. The post can
focus exclusively within the school or involve a mixed caseload if the successful candidate is motivated and able to travel to the Fylde Coast area.
The successful candidate will work in partnership with children, young people, their families and the
children's workforce. You will join a supportive team both within the school and amongst our wider team, and will be able
to shape the innovative services we deliver.
***Please note that this position may close earlier
than the indicated deadline if we receive a sufficient number of qualified
applications. Therefore, we encourage interested candidates to apply promptly
Job description
Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Speech and
Language Therapist (SLT) to join our supportive team and facilitate effective
communication for all.
Communicate SLT has been commissioned by a special school in Bolton to provide SLT services for children and young people aged 3-19 years. This includes supporting universal best practice within the setting and providing services directly and through others to support the children and young people to reach their full potential.
We are looking for a SLT who is experienced in working with children who have significant or complex needs and those with a diagnosis of Autism. The post can
focus exclusively within the school or involve a mixed caseload if the successful candidate is motivated and able to travel to the Fylde Coast area.
The successful candidate will work in partnership with children, young people, their families and the
children's workforce. You will join a supportive team both within the school and amongst our wider team, and will be able
to shape the innovative services we deliver.
***Please note that this position may close earlier
than the indicated deadline if we receive a sufficient number of qualified
applications. Therefore, we encourage interested candidates to apply promptly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Degree or Masters.
- Registration with RCSLT and HCPC.
- Completed Newly Qualified Practitioner (NQP) Framework.
Desirable
- Training relevant to the role, e.g. Elklan, AAC related courses.
Experience
Essential
- 2+ years experience working as an SLT.
- Experience working with children with autistic spectrum disorder.
- Experience of using AAC including signing and Communication Boards.
- Experience working as part of a Multi-agency team.
Desirable
- 3+ years experience working as an SLT working with children, young people who have Speech, Language and Communication Needs, their families and the Multi-agency team.
- Experience in using Microsoft Office 365 suite including Outlook, SharePoint and Teams
Ethos
Essential
- Commitment to Communicate SLTs vision, mission and values.
- Motivation to be part of our supportive and coaching culture.
Desirable
- Skilled at giving and receiving positive and critical feedback to colleagues.
- Motivated to steer Communicate SLT CIC.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Degree or Masters.
- Registration with RCSLT and HCPC.
- Completed Newly Qualified Practitioner (NQP) Framework.
Desirable
- Training relevant to the role, e.g. Elklan, AAC related courses.
Experience
Essential
- 2+ years experience working as an SLT.
- Experience working with children with autistic spectrum disorder.
- Experience of using AAC including signing and Communication Boards.
- Experience working as part of a Multi-agency team.
Desirable
- 3+ years experience working as an SLT working with children, young people who have Speech, Language and Communication Needs, their families and the Multi-agency team.
- Experience in using Microsoft Office 365 suite including Outlook, SharePoint and Teams
Ethos
Essential
- Commitment to Communicate SLTs vision, mission and values.
- Motivation to be part of our supportive and coaching culture.
Desirable
- Skilled at giving and receiving positive and critical feedback to colleagues.
- Motivated to steer Communicate SLT CIC.
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
