Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Dawn House School, Rainworth, Nottinghamshire
Salary: £36,731 – £40,385, dependent on experience
Working pattern: Permanent contract, full-time position (35 hours/week) with part-time hours considered, Monday – Friday; 39 weeks per year, plus an additional 3 weeks during the school closure periods.

Generous leave of 10 weeks during the school closure period.

Start Date: February 2025

Role Overview
As a Speech and Language Therapist at Dawn House School you will play a pivotal role in supporting children and young people with complex speech, language, and communication needs. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure young people can access education, develop their communication skills, and achieve their full potential.

By taking on this role, you’ll not only provide life-changing support but also play a key part in the ongoing development of innovative therapy practices within our educational setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of pupils with diverse communication difficulties within a school setting.
• Conduct assessments, provide differential diagnoses, and design effective therapy programs.
• Design, implement, and evaluate bespoke therapy programs tailored to the needs of each child, including group and one-on-one sessions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate therapy interventions. Work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, residential staff, and other therapists to create a supportive learning and communication environment.
• Develop specialist knowledge in areas like AAC, mental health, or selective mutism.
• Provide guidance to colleagues, parents, and external professionals through training and advice.

What we are looking for:

• Qualifications: Recognized Speech and Language Therapy degree and registration with RCSLT and HCPC.
• Experience: At least two years’ experience working with pediatric caseloads, preferably with complex needs.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work flexibly and independently.
• Specialist Knowledge: Familiarity with Makaton signing, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and current educational practices is desirable.

About Us
Dawn House, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day and residential school dedicated to supporting children with complex speech and language challenges. We provide integrated education, therapy, and care to pupils aged 5-19. Our school has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and offers a collaborative, child-centred environment with communication at its heart. Join our passionate and dynamic team, where we give young people the communication skills they need to face the future with confidence. Visit our website here.

Why Us?

Because…Dawn House School is a Speech and Language UK specialist school for children aged 5-19 with complex or severe speech and language challenges.

Because…We know that with the right help, children can go on to thrive and our school is designed to give them the best possible futures.

Because…1.9 million children in the UK are currently struggling with talking and understanding words and you can help change that.

How to Apply

Have a look at our application pack to find out more about this opportunity and the difference you can make to children’s lives.

To apply, please send your completed application form to Catherine Ingram at catherine.ingram@dawnhouse.org.uk by midday on 12 December 2024. Interviews will be held w/c 13^th January 2025

Informal enquiries about this post can be made to Andrea Robinson, Head of

Therapy on 01623 795361, andrea.robinson@dawnhouse.org.uk.

A Teams meeting for interested candidates to find out further information about the role will be held on Friday 29^th November 2024 or Thursday 5^th December 2024 (AM), this will be confidential and by appointment.  Please contact Andrea Robinson directly on the email above or call the office on 01623 795361.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people with communication challenges!

Accessibility Support
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at hr@speechandlanguage.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. Find out what this means here

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we carry out safer recruitment principles, as well as appropriate vetting and verifications on all school staff.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education the successful candidate’s employment is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search covering content that is in the public domain.

A copy of our Safeguarding policy can be found here: School Safeguarding Policy