Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our supportive team and facilitate effective communication for all.
This post involves delivery of speech and language therapy services within mainstream schools and specialist resource bases on the Fylde Coast providing SLT services for children with SLCN and Special Educational Needs.
What we can offer you
- A supportive team.
- Opportunities to shape the services we provide within Communicate SLT CIC as a whole.
- An attractive salary ranging from an equivalent of an NHS Band 5, 6 or 8a salary, depending on your experience.
- Hours that suit your needs and promote a work life balance (varying from part time to full time, all year round or term time only).
- Where appropriate, we can provide training and supervision for SLTs whilst they develop specialisms in a wide range of service areas including dysphagia, ASD assessments etc..
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will work within our team of SLTs and SLT Assistants and the multi-disciplinary team within schools. They will have the opportunity to shape the services that Communicate SLT offers across the North West.
The focus of this role will be in supporting universal best practice within the settings and providing services directly and through others, to support the children and young people to reach their full potential.
We are happy to receive applications from SLTs wanting to develop their skills over time with the support and training we provide. We would be equally happy to hear from SLTs with highly relevant knowledge, skills and experience.
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 July 2024 we had 53 employees and
many consultants who support short term projects.
- Reach in 2023-2024, our services impacted over 18,000 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
You will find a full job description later in this advert, however, below are some headline details.
Core responsibilities.
- Clinical supervision within the team via regular meetings, supervision, mentoring and appraisals
- Continuing professional development and implementing service improvements and evidence-based practice
- SLT student placements
- Induction, supervision and support of SLTAs and volunteers
- Development of SLT services and training
- The evaluation and monitoring of services to demonstrate impact and quality of services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will find a full job description later in this advert, however, below are some headline details.
Core responsibilities.
- Clinical supervision within the team via regular meetings, supervision, mentoring and appraisals
- Continuing professional development and implementing service improvements and evidence-based practice
- SLT student placements
- Induction, supervision and support of SLTAs and volunteers
- Development of SLT services and training
- The evaluation and monitoring of services to demonstrate impact and quality of services
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within schools and as part of a Multi-agency team. Experience working with children with a range of learning and physical needs.
Desirable
- Completed Newly Qualified Professional competencies. 3 or more years experience working as an SLT with children with special educational needs. Experience of using AAC including signing, communication Boards as well as higher tech devises.
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Degree or Masters. Registration with RCSLT and HCPC.
Desirable
- Training relevant to role, e.g. Elklan, intensive interaction
Ethos and other skills
Essential
- Commitment to Communicates vision, mission and values. Motivation to be part of our supportive and coaching culture.
Desirable
- Experience of working with Microsoft Office 365.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within schools and as part of a Multi-agency team. Experience working with children with a range of learning and physical needs.
Desirable
- Completed Newly Qualified Professional competencies. 3 or more years experience working as an SLT with children with special educational needs. Experience of using AAC including signing, communication Boards as well as higher tech devises.
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Degree or Masters. Registration with RCSLT and HCPC.
Desirable
- Training relevant to role, e.g. Elklan, intensive interaction
Ethos and other skills
Essential
- Commitment to Communicates vision, mission and values. Motivation to be part of our supportive and coaching culture.
Desirable
- Experience of working with Microsoft Office 365.
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).
