Speech and Language Therapist

Speech & Language Therapist (Band 5/6 Equivalent) – Maternity Cover Newcastle 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.