Speech and Language Therapist

Job Description

Locum Speech and Language Therapist - Band 7 Equivalent\n

Location: Ilford, East London
Rate: £35 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, predominantly term-time only
Contract: Locum, with potential to transition into a permanent position

About the Role\n

We are seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist primary school in Redbridge, supporting children with complex communication needs.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a therapist who enjoys working with autistic children and children with significant special educational needs within a specialist educational environment.

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Working across two school sites, you will deliver tailored speech and language therapy while contributing to a whole-school approach to communication, helping staff embed effective strategies into everyday classroom practice.

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The role is offered on a locum basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent position for someone looking for a longer-term opportunity.

Key Responsibilities\n

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  Assess and deliver speech and language therapy in line with children's Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

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  Support primary-age children with autism, complex communication needs and significant special educational needs.

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  Deliver flexible interventions within an integrated curriculum model.

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  Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to embed communication strategies throughout the school.

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  Provide training, guidance and coaching to education staff.

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  Contribute to improving the school's communication environment.

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  Collaborate with the on-site Occupational Therapy team and the wider Speech and Language Therapy service.

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  Monitor children's progress and contribute to effective multidisciplinary support.

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What We're Looking For\n

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  A qualified Speech and Language Therapist with relevant clinical experience.

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  Experience supporting children with autism and complex special educational needs.

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  Knowledge of EHCPs and delivering therapy within educational settings.

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  Confidence working collaboratively with teaching staff and multidisciplinary teams.

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  An interest in integrated, child-centred approaches and whole-school communication strategies.

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What's on Offer?\n

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  £35 per hour, Band 7 equivalent.

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  37.5 hours per week.

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  Predominantly term-time working.

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  A likely long-term assignment through to the end of July, subject to ongoing approval.

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  Potential to transition from locum to a permanent position.

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  Flexibility to negotiate additional school holiday weeks for administrative work, agreed in advance.

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  Collaboration with an established school-based therapy team, including on-site Occupational Therapists.

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  The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children with complex communication needs.

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