Specialist College Speech and Language Therapist
Pulse HealthcareStoke, England, United Kingdom · Posted 11 months agoDescription
Job Title: Specialist College Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: Stoke
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: £35.00 – £45.00 per hour
Working Hours: 1 day per week initially (Full-time/Part-time flexibility considered; potential for more days)
Contract Length: 3 months (aligned with the academic year; potential for extension)
Job Overview
We are currently recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a well-regarded Independent Specialist Day College in Stoke. The college supports approximately 230 young people aged 16–25 with moderate to profound learning difficulties and complex needs, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD). All students have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and the college is supported by Hearing Impairment (HI) and Visual Impairment (VI) services.
This role focuses on enabling students to develop essential communication skills that will support them in achieving greater independence, pursuing employment, and participating meaningfully in their communities after college. You will play a vital role in a collaborative team of teachers, teaching assistants, and communication specialists.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
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Deliver specialist assessments, therapy interventions, and contribute to EHCP evaluations and reviews.
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Develop tailored communication programmes and ensure they are implemented effectively by support staff.
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Set, monitor, and evaluate individual communication targets to track student progress.
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Liaise with families, carers, and external professionals to ensure consistent support across settings.
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Provide formal and informal training, including handover sessions, to education staff and TAs on delivering interventions.
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Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including 3 TAs, 2 teachers, an AI specialist, pathway leads, and curriculum heads.
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Use and promote communication tools and approaches including Makaton, AAC, and person-centred communication methods.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this role, you must have:
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A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
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Current HCPC registration.
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Experience working with young people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex communication needs.
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Knowledge and use of Makaton (essential).
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Experience supporting EHCP processes and multi-agency working.
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The ability to train and coach education staff in communication strategies.
Why Choose Pulse?
From the moment you register with Pulse, your career becomes our priority. Our team of expert consultants understands your profession and will support you in finding roles that match your skills and ambitions. We offer:
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Access to exclusive roles throughout the UK
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Flexible working to suit your availability
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Ongoing support before, during, and after placement
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A personalised service that puts your career first
How to Apply
If you're interested in this opportunity or want to learn more about similar roles, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below or reach out directly.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please inform us as early as possible. We are committed to supporting your needs throughout.
International Recruitment Notice
Please note that we are unable to consider applications from individuals residing in countries on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as outlined by the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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