Key Health (Part of KTS Group)
Speech and Language Therapist
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Speech and Language Therapist
Permanent
Lancaster & Blackpool
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist multidisciplinary team supporting young adults aged 18-25 with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, sensory needs, and communication difficulties.
This role will focus on helping students access learning, develop communication skills, and maximize independence within a Total Communication Environment.
The role will involve:
- Managing a caseload of students with complex communication needs and dysphagia
- Assessing, planning, and delivering evidence-based SaLT interventions
- Developing person-centred communication plans
- Supporting AAC, Makaton, Intensive Interaction, and total communication approaches
- Promoting communication-rich learning environments
- Supporting admissions assessments, transition planning, and reviews
- Delivering communication and dysphagia training to staff
- Providing specialist advice to education and support teams
- Working closely with OT, Physiotherapy, PBS, education, and care colleagues
- Maintaining clinical records, reports, and professional standards
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We are looking for someone with:
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
- Experience supporting individuals with complex communication needs
- Knowledge of AAC and total communication approaches
- Experience assessing and managing dysphagia
- Strong communication, organization, and report-writing skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable experience:
- Experience supporting young adults with learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs
- Experience delivering staff training and consultancy
- Knowledge of education or residential care settings
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What is on offer:
- Permanent role within a specialist education setting
- Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team
- Ongoing CPD, supervision, and professional development
- Opportunity to shape communication practice across specialist college provision
- Employee assistance and wellbeing support
- Healthcare, financial wellbeing, and physical wellbeing benefits
This role would suit a Speech and Language Therapist, Specialist SaLT, Dysphagia Therapist, or School / College-Based Speech and Language Therapist with experience supporting individuals with complex communication needs.
If you are passionate about helping young adults build communication, confidence, and independence, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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