Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - special school
London Borough of Merton
Date: 10 hours ago
City: Morden, England
Contract type: Full time
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ME14 (Band 7 Equivalent) Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - special school
We’re Growing - Come Grow with Us!
Are you an experienced Band 6 ready to step up, or a current Band 7 therapist seeking a fresh opportunity to develop leadership skills and contribute to meaningful service development?
Our Merton Speech and Language Therapy Team is expanding! We’re offering an exciting full-time Band 7 opportunity within our vibrant, friendly team—supporting the development of the SLT team within our new Specialist school and supporting those with complex needs and learning disability within the school and throughout the borough.
About The Team
Our team works within the Local Authority across mainstream and specialist settings, the Youth Offending Team, and the Virtual School for Children in Care. We deliver high-quality statutory, targeted, and universal SLT support. We collaborate with educational professionals, occupational therapists, NHS health therapists, Educational psychologists, and SEN teams to ensure a joined-up, inclusive approach to care.
Support & Development
We Invest In Our Therapists Through
The team is based at the Civic Centre in Morden, with flexible working arrangements supported by excellent IT. Admin time can be completed at home where appropriate. We cover mileage and public transport costs for travel between schools as well as reimburse professional fees for HCPC and RCSLT Membership.
Cultural Diversity Network
Our team is proud to have established a Cultural Diversity Network that actively supports, embraces, and celebrates the diverse cultural backgrounds of our therapists. This network provides a safe, inclusive space for open dialogue, where team members can share challenges, they encounter in their roles and discuss best practices for managing them. We believe that fostering a culture of respect and understanding enriches our work and helps us provide the best possible support to our children and YP we work with. Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive community that values diversity and is committed to continuous learning and growth.
Ready to Join Us?
Be part of a collaborative, compassionate team where your development is a priority and your voice is valued. Apply now to join Merton’s Speech and Language Therapy Team and help us deliver high-quality support to pupils who need it most.
For more information or if you have any queries contact [email protected]
ME14 (Band 7 Equivalent) Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - special school
We’re Growing - Come Grow with Us!
Are you an experienced Band 6 ready to step up, or a current Band 7 therapist seeking a fresh opportunity to develop leadership skills and contribute to meaningful service development?
Our Merton Speech and Language Therapy Team is expanding! We’re offering an exciting full-time Band 7 opportunity within our vibrant, friendly team—supporting the development of the SLT team within our new Specialist school and supporting those with complex needs and learning disability within the school and throughout the borough.
About The Team
Our team works within the Local Authority across mainstream and specialist settings, the Youth Offending Team, and the Virtual School for Children in Care. We deliver high-quality statutory, targeted, and universal SLT support. We collaborate with educational professionals, occupational therapists, NHS health therapists, Educational psychologists, and SEN teams to ensure a joined-up, inclusive approach to care.
Support & Development
We Invest In Our Therapists Through
- Regular supervision (individual and peer-based)
- Clinical Leads in Autism, SEMH, DLD, and Complex Needs
- Funded internal and external CPD opportunities
- Strong links with City and UCL for student placements
- Opportunities to lead and share learning in your specialist area
- Focus on evidence-based practice and clinical autonomy
- HCPC and RCSLT membership fees funded
The team is based at the Civic Centre in Morden, with flexible working arrangements supported by excellent IT. Admin time can be completed at home where appropriate. We cover mileage and public transport costs for travel between schools as well as reimburse professional fees for HCPC and RCSLT Membership.
Cultural Diversity Network
Our team is proud to have established a Cultural Diversity Network that actively supports, embraces, and celebrates the diverse cultural backgrounds of our therapists. This network provides a safe, inclusive space for open dialogue, where team members can share challenges, they encounter in their roles and discuss best practices for managing them. We believe that fostering a culture of respect and understanding enriches our work and helps us provide the best possible support to our children and YP we work with. Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive community that values diversity and is committed to continuous learning and growth.
Ready to Join Us?
Be part of a collaborative, compassionate team where your development is a priority and your voice is valued. Apply now to join Merton’s Speech and Language Therapy Team and help us deliver high-quality support to pupils who need it most.
For more information or if you have any queries contact [email protected]
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