Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic speech and language
therapists to join our friendly and supportive team, where collaborative
working in an important part of the role.
We have vacancies in our local
specialist and base provisions, in addition to our mainstream settings.
This is
an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team providing innovative
therapy interventions following evidence-based practise and an embedded model
of therapy in order to best support the pupils needs.
We can offer
an all-year full time contract or a term time plus 2-4 weeks pro rata contract.
We welcome applications from those wishing to work full or part time.
Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist Education, Band 5 and Newly Qualified Band 5,Full Time Equivalent or the option of Term Time Only
Location: London Borough of Sutton, Sherwood Park School.
£31,341.32 - £41,701.79 (FTE) including High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) (Updated January 2024)
Cognus Therapies provides a robust supervision
framework with all posts receiving Managerial and Clinical Supervision.
Regular time is allocated for Professional Development.
Applicants must have a current registration with
HCPC to apply for this vacancy. Own transport an advantage but not
essential.
Main duties of the job
- Work within a trans-disciplinary team of
speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, wellbeing
practitioners and school staff.
- Have the opportunity to work in at Sherwood
Park School.
- Work with children and young people aged 4 to
19 years with complex needs.
- Manage own caseload with support, to ensure
intended outcomes are delivered within agreed service standards.
About us
Cognus Therapies are a thriving multidisciplinary team of speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, teachers, practitioners and therapy assistants who support children and young people aged 4 25 years in mainstream schools, colleges, and specialist settings within the London Borough of Sutton and surrounding boroughs. We work with children and young people with a variety of special educational needs, e.g. Autism, Hearing Impairment, Down Syndrome, Developmental Language Disorder, PMLD, MLD and many more and encourage all our therapists to gain experience and expertise across a range of specialisms.
We are commissioned by London Borough of Sutton, to provide education services to mainstream schools and specialist education providers in Sutton. We deliver a wide range of services from Admissions and Music, to SEND and Therapies to pursue excellence in education settings and improve the lives of children, young people, and families.
We offer an excellent package including:
- RSLT and HCPC registrations paid
- Workplace pension scheme
- 28 days annual leave pro rata (plus Bank Holidays)
- Regular support and supervision.
- Excellent CPD opportunities (including internal and external training)
- Hybrid and Flexible working
- Staff benefits package, currently including Employee Assistance Programme, Perkbox and Sovereign Healthcare Cashback plans
- Staff Council, Staff EDI group and Mental Health First Aiders to support wellbeing and inclusion
- Access to clinical leads & resources
Job description
Job responsibilities
To personally undertake a caseload to
include:
Visiting
children and young people at Sherwood Park School.
Completing
assessments with children and young people.
Delivering
therapy programmes to individuals, small groups or whole classes.
Offering
advice and support to parents / carers and teaching staff.
Maintaining
all records to a high standard.
Specific Duties:
Provide
advice and support to school staff.
Use
screening and assessment tools (formal and informal assessments).
Complete
case histories to gather relevant information.
Write
reports based on assessment information.
Make
onward referrals, with support.
Liaise
with all professionals involved.
Liaise
with parents / carers and school staff to work collaboratively.
Contribute
to professional advice regarding statutory assessments (Education, Health and
Care Needs Assessments).
Contribute
to professional advice for Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) annual
reviews.
Complete
duties for both London Borough of Sutton and out of borough (when requested).
Monitor
and record the child or young persons progress towards their outcomes and
targets.
Attend
team meetings.
Attend
clinical supervision.
Attend
managerial supervision.
Training and Development Responsibility:
Promote
Evidence Based Practise and embed this into professional activities, e.g.,
delivery of therapy.
Embed
legislative change and key developments with support from the team.
Participate
in clinical audits, service development activities and research as and when
required.
Engage
in CPD activities.
Comply
with the Cognus Limited mandatory training requirements.
Plan,
deliver and evaluate training sessions for educational provisions, with support.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent.
- Relevant qualification, including registration with HCPC.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of relevant assessment tools and therapy interventions
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent ICT skills, e.g. using spreadsheets and recording notes electronically
- Ability to work collaboratively and in partnership with other professionals
- Adherence to RCSLT and HCPC policies and procedures
- Committed to safeguarding and protection of children
- Honours and upholds the Companys Equal Opportunity Policy, Dignity at Work Policy, Safeguarding and Protection of Children, Health and Safety and Data Protection Policy at all times
Desirable
- Ability to prioritise and deliver results to a high standard
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in educational settings Experience as a paediatric speech and language therapist
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Cognus Limited
Address
Cognus Ltd
Railway Approach
Wallington
Surrey
SM6 0DZ