Speech & Language Specialist

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Speech and Language Specialist to join our team at a Primary School in Watford. In this role, you will provide crucial support to students with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN) through personalised interventions and collaborative work with teachers and parents.

Key Responsibilities:
Deliver individualised speech and language therapy to pupils with identified SLCN needs.
Collaborate with teachers to integrate speech and language strategies into classroom activities.
Monitor and assess the progress of pupils, adapting therapy plans as necessary.
Work closely with the school’s SENCO, teachers, and external professionals to ensure a comprehensive approach to each child’s development.
Provide training and support to teaching staff on effective SLCN strategies and interventions.
Engage with parents and caregivers, offering guidance on how to support speech and language development at home.
Qualifications and Experience:
A degree in Speech and Language Therapy or an equivalent qualification.
Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Experience working with children in an educational setting is highly desirable.
A strong understanding of child development and effective intervention strategies.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits:
Continuous professional development opportunities, including access to specialised training in SEN and speech and language therapy.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
Competitive salary.
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If this position isn’t quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. Alternatively, if you know of someone who may be interested, we offer £250 as a referral scheme.

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions, please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.