Part-Time Speech and Language Therapist (Band 5/6 Run-Through) at More House School

Part time, (3 days), permanent, non-residential position in an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ School.

This transition role will allow you to join the team as a Band 5 while working through clinical competencies before moving into the Band 6 role. Experienced Speech and Language Therapists ready to progress to a Band 6 or already in a Band 6 position are also encouraged to apply.

Post: We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our dynamic team. We offer excellent training and support working in a unique, friendly and professional environment.

The role and responsibilities include:

·        to assess pupils’ needs for Speech and Language Therapy both formally and informally;

·        to develop and implement specialist Speech and Language Therapy for pupils and to evaluate the outcomes of the intervention;

·        to work collaboratively with teaching staff to support the generalisation of language skills into the classroom;

·        to supervise Speech and Language Therapists and / or assistants;

·        to direct Speech and Language Therapy assistants;

·        to provide advice and support to other staff members regarding the management of communication difficulties;

·        to attend annual reviews;

·        to enable pupils to access the full curriculum by providing support within the classroom as necessary;

·        to attend Parents’ Evenings as required;

·        to liaise with other staff as required;

·        to provide support for public examinations;

·        to explain the role of Speech and Language Therapist to visitors, students, volunteers and other professionals;

·        to assist with proofreading of annual reports;

·        to prepare reports and data analyses;

·        to provide study support, one day per week, between 4.30 and 5.30pm (full time positions only);

·        to prepare suitable materials to support therapy;

·        to supervise break times;

·        to attend whole school induction programme (in your first year);

·        to attend school functions as requested.

 This list of duties is not exhaustive, and as with all roles in the school, the position includes any other duties, from time to time, deemed appropriate or necessary by the Headmaster.

Our therapists are inspiring and creative, transforming the futures of intelligent pupils with additional learning challenges, by empowering them. Come and join us for an exciting opportunity to work directly with children and young people, supporting them to develop, thrive and reach their full potential.

All school employees benefit from: free on-site parking, excellent free lunchtime meals and use of the fitness gym suite, etc. Our school terms are shorter than in the state sector, with generous holidays. We also provide a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing professional development, supported through INSET days and other training opportunities.

About the department: We are a large multi-disciplinary team, consisting of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Literacy and Numeracy tutors. The department has a growing national reputation and is committed to professional development. Training is provided within school during our comprehensive in-service training programme and regularly throughout the term. Attendance at relevant external training courses or central excellence networks (CENs) is encouraged.

The School:

Nationally celebrated, More House School is a registered charity providing an exceptional, mainstream education for intelligent boys with Specific Learning Difficulties and weakness in their developmental language skills. Delivering a transformative education repeatedly recognised as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted over more than a decade, we offer a specialised learning environment for day and boarding boys from Year 4 to Year 13. Our pupils are taught to recognise their strengths and develop their self-belief so that they achieve independence and extraordinary results at GCSE, BTEC and A Level, above the national averages. A majority progress to university.

Salary: Band 5 £31,469- £38,308, Band 6 £39,205- £47,084 (Full-Time equivalent)

To Apply:

Please visit our website More House School - Home and complete the online application form.

www.morehouseschool.co.uk/vacancies/teaching-and-therapeutic-staff-vacancies/part-time-speech-and-language-therapist-band5-6-run-through

Closing date for applications: Monday 3rd of February 2025

Interviews expected to be held: Week commencing Monday 10th of February 2025

The School reserves the right to interview appropriate candidates in advance of the above-named dates, and to appoint. Interested candidates are therefore strongly urged to submit their application as soon as possible.

Reasonable travel expenses incurred within the UK when attending an interview will be reimbursed.

Interested candidates are welcome to make an appointment to visit the school for an informal visit.

NB – if shortlisted you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview at the school at your own expense.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance and the receipt of satisfactory references before a formal job offer is confirmed.

More House School is firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.