Job summary
This post mainly involves delivery of speech and language therapy services within schools on the Fylde Coast, supporting children with SLCN and Special Educational Needs.
What we can offer you
- A supportive team.
- Opportunities to shape the services we provide within Communicate SLT CIC as a whole.
- A chance to work within the not-for-profit sector and add social value within the communities we serve.
- An attractive salary ranging from an equivalent of NHS Band 5 or 6, depending on your experience.
- Hours that suit your needs and promote a work life balance (varying from part time to full time, all year round or term time only).
- Where appropriate, we can provide training and supervision for SLTs whilst they develop specialisms in a wide range of service areas including Autism assessments etc.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work within our supportive team of SLTs and SLT Assistants and the multi-disciplinary team within schools.
The focus will be in supporting universal best practice within the setting and providing services directly and through others, to support the children and young people to reach their full potential.
The successful candidate may also choose to develop their skills in undertaking Autism diagnostic assessments to inform multi-disciplinary panel decisions.
About us
Communicate SLT CIC is a not-for-profit
organisation, providing flexible and tailored speech, language and
communication related services which invest in the diverse communities we
serve.
Our experienced and dedicated team of professionals
support individuals aged 0-25 years directly and through others, using
high-quality, evidenced-based approaches to maximise impact where they live and
learn.
Our head office is in Blackpool, however, we provide
services across the North West through our highly supportive cohesive team.
The organisation began in 2011 and since then has
grown in:
- Employees - in March 2025 we had 51 employees and
many consultants who support short term projects.
- Reach in 2024-2025, our services impacted over 19,330 children and families.
- And Impact!
We welcome
applicants who share our mission, vision and values and who are committed to
working with others.
Here's a flavour of what its like to work within
Communicate. These quotes are from current team members (2024):
- "Communicate has an excellent ethos.
Communicate values staff and does all it can to support the team, practically
and emotionally. It is without a doubt the best company I have ever worked
for!"
- "Leadership work tirelessly and are amazing at
what they do. I always feel like they do their best to support and listen to
team members."
- "It's an absolute privilege to work for this
company and I'm so proud of it."
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core
responsibilities.
To provide a speech and language
therapy services to children, directly and through support to their families
and the multi-disciplinary team.
Provide speech, language and
communication assessments for pupils in consultation with the multi-
disciplinary team and other SLTs and SLTAs.
Keep accurate records and provide
written reports.
Produce comprehensive reports which
can be used to fulfil a range of functions, including EHCP applications, progress
reviews, and diagnostic evaluations.
Set targets for therapy and monitor
progress.
Provide intervention on an individual
or group basis as required.
Develop and demonstrate SLT programmes
and groups for pupils.
Hold responsibility for own caseload,
working without direct supervision.
Work as a member of the
multi-disciplinary team, contributing to the planning, development and delivery
of an effective and efficient service.
To liaise with other involved agencies
and with families to provide an integrated service.
Work as a key
member of the team which involves participation in:
- Clinical supervision within the team
via regular meetings, supervision, mentoring and appraisals.
- Continuing professional development
and implementing service improvements and evidence-based practice.
- SLT student placements.
- Induction, supervision and support of
junior SLTs, SLTAs and volunteers.
- Development of SLT services and
training.
- The evaluation and monitoring of
services to demonstrate impact and quality of service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core
responsibilities.
To provide a speech and language
therapy services to children, directly and through support to their families
and the multi-disciplinary team.
Provide speech, language and
communication assessments for pupils in consultation with the multi-
disciplinary team and other SLTs and SLTAs.
Keep accurate records and provide
written reports.
Produce comprehensive reports which
can be used to fulfil a range of functions, including EHCP applications, progress
reviews, and diagnostic evaluations.
Set targets for therapy and monitor
progress.
Provide intervention on an individual
or group basis as required.
Develop and demonstrate SLT programmes
and groups for pupils.
Hold responsibility for own caseload,
working without direct supervision.
Work as a member of the
multi-disciplinary team, contributing to the planning, development and delivery
of an effective and efficient service.
To liaise with other involved agencies
and with families to provide an integrated service.
Work as a key
member of the team which involves participation in:
- Clinical supervision within the team
via regular meetings, supervision, mentoring and appraisals.
- Continuing professional development
and implementing service improvements and evidence-based practice.
- SLT student placements.
- Induction, supervision and support of
junior SLTs, SLTAs and volunteers.
- Development of SLT services and
training.
- The evaluation and monitoring of
services to demonstrate impact and quality of service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Degree or Masters.
- Registration with RCSLT and HCPC.
Desirable
- Completed Newly Qualified Practitioner (NQP) Framework (This is not essential as successful candidates can join our NQP preceptorship programme).
- Training relevant to role, e.g. Elklan, Hanen, ADOS etc.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within schools and as part of a Multi-agency team.
- Experience of standardised assessments and interventions.
Desirable
- 3 or more years experience working as an SLT with children with special educational needs.
- Knowledge of Autism and diagnostic criteria.
Ethos
Essential
- Commitment to Communicate SLTs vision, mission and values.
- Motivation to be part of our supportive and coaching culture.
Desirable
- Basic IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office 365 suite including Outlook, SharePoint and Teams
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Degree or Masters.
- Registration with RCSLT and HCPC.
Desirable
- Completed Newly Qualified Practitioner (NQP) Framework (This is not essential as successful candidates can join our NQP preceptorship programme).
- Training relevant to role, e.g. Elklan, Hanen, ADOS etc.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within schools and as part of a Multi-agency team.
- Experience of standardised assessments and interventions.
Desirable
- 3 or more years experience working as an SLT with children with special educational needs.
- Knowledge of Autism and diagnostic criteria.
Ethos
Essential
- Commitment to Communicate SLTs vision, mission and values.
- Motivation to be part of our supportive and coaching culture.
Desirable
- Basic IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office 365 suite including Outlook, SharePoint and Teams
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
