Location:London
Salary: Band 5
Hours: Full-time

Role Overview
IMC Group are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist to join our team, focusing on supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs. This role provides an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 SLT to work in an educational or clinical setting, developing your skills in SEN support. You will deliver assessments, create tailored therapy plans, and provide interventions to support children and young people in improving their communication abilities and social interaction skills.

Key Responsibilities
Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct initial assessments and ongoing evaluations for children and young people with communication difficulties, including speech, language, and social communication needs.
Individualized Therapy Plans: Design and implement individualized therapy and intervention plans, ensuring they align with the unique needs of each client.
Direct Therapy and Intervention: Provide 1:1 or small-group therapy sessions, targeting specific language and communication challenges.
Collaborative Working: Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, parents, and multidisciplinary team members to provide a holistic approach to the child's therapy.
Training and Support: Deliver training and guidance to school staff, parents, and carers to support communication development outside of therapy sessions.
Monitoring and Documentation: Track and document progress, adjusting intervention plans as needed, and maintaining accurate case notes.
Advocacy: Support and advocate for the communication needs of children and young people, contributing to multi-agency meetings, including EHCP reviews.

Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
Registration with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).
Some experience or placements involving children with SEN is preferred, but new graduates with relevant training and enthusiasm for SEN work are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Attributes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Empathy, patience, and resilience when working with SEN children.
Ability to adapt communication style to meet the needs of different children and young people.

Desirable Skills
Experience in a school or clinical setting supporting children with SEN.
Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools.

Benefits
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Supportive team environment and access to senior SLTs for guidance and mentorship.
Opportunities to develop specialization in SEN.

This role is ideal for an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to make a real impact on the lives of children and young people with SEN. If you're passionate about supporting communication development and building rewarding connections, we'd love to hear from you