Paediatric Special School Speech and Language Therapist

The role

You will assess, diagnose, and deliver tailored interventions to support students' communication development. You will work with pupils aged 2 to 19 with speech, language, communication, autism, and social, emotional, and mental health needs.

What you will do

• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions to support students' communication development.
• Assess students' speech, language, and communication needs using standardised and informal tools.
• Develop and implement personalised therapy plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide training and support to school staff and parents to enhance students' communication skills.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards.
• Contribute to multi-disciplinary team meetings and reviews.

Required qualifications

• Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Experience working with children with speech, language, and communication difficulties.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and reflective approach to professional development.

Nice to have

• Experience working in a special school setting.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum conditions and social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Experience with dysphagia assessment and management.

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Dynamic and nurturing educational environment.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate full-time or part-time schedules.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

About the company

pulse is a company seeking a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist for an independent special school in Yateley, Hampshire.