Speech and Language Therapist

Speech & Language Therapist (Band 5/6 Equivalent) - Maternity CoverNewcastle upon Tyne Term Time Only Fixed Term Contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speech & Language Therapist to join a specialist education setting supporting young people aged 16-25 with learning disabilities, autism, communication difficulties and complex needs.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary therapy team, you will manage a caseload of students with complex speech, language and communication needs, including the use of AAC systems, signing systems and other communication approaches. Experience of supporting dysphagia is desirable.

Requirements:

• HCPC Registered Speech & Language Therapist
• Band 5 (NQP competencies completed) or Band 6 level
• Experience supporting individuals with complex communication needs
• Knowledge of AAC and alternative communication methods

Benefits:

• Term time only
• School holidays off
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and wellbeing support
• Blue Light Card access
• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Phase 1 = Band 5 equivalent SLT who has completed NQP competencies.
• Phase 2 = Band 6 equivalent SLT with more experience and autonomy.

Greys is a Specialist Recruitment Company who works with some of the UK's leading organisations within the Healthcare industry. If you are an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech & Language Therapist or Rehabilitation Case Manager looking for Permanent Contact, Ad-Hoc or Sessional work please contact us.