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About the Role

Seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) for a long-term locum opportunity at a specialist primary school in Purley, supporting children with moderate to severe learning disabilities. This role involves managing a caseload of approximately 50 children, focusing on their communication and development within a child-centred environment.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of approximately 50 primary-aged children with moderate to severe learning disabilities and associated communication needs.
Assess and identify children’s Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).
Plan and deliver individualised and group-based speech and language therapy interventions.
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, families and other professionals to support children’s communication and development.
Develop and review appropriate therapy programmes based on individual needs and outcomes.
Provide advice, guidance and strategies to school staff and families to support communication development throughout the school day.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards.
Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, reviews and wider discussions around pupils’ needs and progress.

Requirements

A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
Experience working with children, ideally within a specialist school or educational setting.
Experience supporting children with moderate to severe learning disabilities and complex communication needs.
Confidence managing a caseload and working independently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and education staff.
A child-centred and collaborative approach to therapy.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy
Assessment
Intervention planning and delivery
Collaboration
Communication
Interpersonal skills

Location

Purley

Work Type

Part-time
Full-time
School term time
Locum

Experience Level

Band 6
Band 7

Education Level

Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent)

Salary/Compensations

£24.00–£45.00 per hour

Benefits

Personalised and supportive recruitment experience
Exclusive access to roles across the UK

About the Company

Pulse focuses entirely on the candidate, with specialist consultants understanding your profession and committed to finding the right opportunities.
The school prides itself on its child-centred approach, ensuring that children always come first.
Staff work closely with pupils and their families to build strong, trusting relationships and create a supportive environment in which every child can thrive.

Equal Opportunity

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.
We are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.