Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist (SALT)
Location: Bromley, United Kingdom
Salary: £38,762 – £45,765 (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Available
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

Heart Teaching is seeking a passionate and experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join our team and provide high-quality therapy services across SEN Schools in the Bromley area 🌟. As a SALT, you will work with students who have communication difficulties and/or disorders, helping them to develop essential skills that improve their ability to communicate effectively 🗣️.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on students’ lives by providing personalized therapy, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting children with varying communication needs 💬.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Conduct assessments of students with communication difficulties and/or disorders to identify needs and set clear therapy goals 🎯.
🔹 Develop and implement individualized therapy plans tailored to the unique needs of each student 💡.
🔹 Provide therapy sessions to students either individually or in groups, focusing on communication skills 🧠.
🔹 Monitor and evaluate progress of students in therapy sessions, ensuring therapy plans are effective and measurable 📊.
🔹 Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to create a holistic approach to supporting students’ communication needs 👨‍🏫👩‍👧.
🔹 Provide training and support to staff members on communication strategies, techniques, and best practices 📚.
🔹 Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of therapy sessions, student progress, and outcomes 📝.
🔹 Participate in meetings and reviews with the school’s multidisciplinary team to discuss students’ progress and development 📅.
🔹 Stay current with research and best practices in speech and language therapy to ensure that therapy approaches are up-to-date and effective 🔍.

Requirements:

✔️ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy or a related field 🎓.
✔️ HCPC registration (Health and Care Professions Council) 🔒.
✔️ Experience working with children and young people who have communication difficulties and/or disorders 🧸.
✔️ Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with students, staff, and parents 👥.
✔️ Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team 🤝.
✔️ Excellent organizational and time management skills ⏰.
✔️ Commitment to ongoing professional development 🌱 and staying updated with advancements in speech and language therapy 🧑‍🏫.

What Heart Teaching Can Offer You:

💡 Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience 💸.
🎓 Ongoing professional development and training opportunities 🎯.
🤝 A supportive and collaborative team environment 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫.
🔐 Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children 🔒.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding:

At Heart Teaching, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do 💖. We are deeply committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of children and young people. We ensure that all our staff undergo comprehensive safeguarding checks, adhere to robust recruitment processes, and receive regular training to maintain a high standard of child protection 🚨. We prioritize safeguarding as an integral part of the work we do and encourage a culture of vigilance and transparency 👀.

How to Apply:

If you are a qualified and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for helping children and young people improve their communication skills, we’d love to hear from you! 🎉 Please apply below or send your CV to careers@heartteaching.com or call 01732 494 808 01732 494 808 for more details 📞.

Important Information:

• The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure 🔑.

• Heart Teaching is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or belief ✨.

• You will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS certificate (or apply for a new one) if you do not have one on the update service 🆔.

At Heart Teaching, we take safeguarding and the protection of children very seriously. All candidates will undergo a rigorous recruitment process, which includes safeguarding checks and verification of qualifications and experience 🛡️.