Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist
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Words First is seeking amazing, self-motivated Speech and Language Therapists who are passionate about helping children access their education to join our rapidly growing MDT in London and the surrounding areas.
When you join Word First, you're joining a team with a true “family feel”. We pride ourselves on our nurturing, collaborative and progressive company culture and work hard to provide our therapists with the very best in support, and a wealth of resources to help them grow and develop their specialisms.
As a Words First SaLT, you will plan and deliver a student centred speech and language therapy service to a personal caseload of children with a diverse range of needs across mainstream primary, secondary and specialist provisions, catering to Universal, Targeted and Specialist levels. You will support between 1 and 4 schools within a reasonable commute from your location, with one full day every other week to work from home on caseload/school management, research and planning.
At Words First, we take supervision and mentoring very seriously and you will have access to highly skilled professionals to support you and ensure you have all the tools needed to flourish in your role.
We provide training, comprehensive on-boarding and are
committed to the ongoing professional development of our
therapists.
Ideal Candidate:
• Reliable
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excited to work as part of, and learn from an MDT
• Adaptable
• Patient and empathetic
• A great communicator
• Passionate about and experience in working with children
• Strong report writing skills
• Minimum one year experience as a paediatric
speech and language therapist, preferably working in a school
setting
Minimum Requirements:
• HCPC approved Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
• Full HCPC registration or be in the process of registration
• Come
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Check*
We provide:
• Certificate of Sponsorship available for successful candidates
• Comprehensive training and induction program
• Support throughout the Tier 2 Visa application process
• Generous annual leave
• Flexi days
• Company social events
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• One full day per half term of Clinical Supervision, mentoring and peer supervision
*At Words First we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants, if successful, will be screened and subject to an enhanced DBS check (the cost of which will be covered by Words First).
Paediatric Speech And Language Therapist
Words First
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