Job Description

Higford School

Shropshire

Salary:

Up to 53,200 FTE DOE

Job type:

Part Time, Permanent

Apply by:

18 August 2025

Job overview

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Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced speech and language therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?


How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running?

Job Title:

Speech and Language Therapist

Location:

Higford School - Shropshire TF11 9ET

Salary:

Up to 53,200 pro rata DOE

Please note- basic grade SALT offers from 33,000+, Specialist from 39,500+ & Highly specialist from 48,000+

Hours:

22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours

Contract:

Permanent (

Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)


In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.

About the Group:

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools.

The role:

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Higford school


Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.

Location:

Higford School - Shropshire TF11 9ET

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HigfordSchool forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5-19

Options Higford School Education - Options Autism

For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the and Person Specification attached.

Essential Criteria:

Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC registered 1-2 yrs experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting. Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills Good communication skills (oral and written) Good time management and organisational skills Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting

Desirable:

Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual's communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication Full driving license and access to a car

(Highly Desirable)

Why work for us?

Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options:

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:

2,000 training allowance Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services

and physical health checks

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover

At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS

About

Higford School

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Higford School

Higford Hall, Shifnal
Shropshire
TF11 9ET
United Kingdom

+44 1952 630600

Higford is a DfE registered School, offering day and residential placements and has achieved Autism Accreditation with the National Autistic Society for Quality Autism provision. We offer adapted and differentiated access to the National Curriculum for students at key stage 2-4, supplemented by ASDAN programmes 'New Horizons' and 'Transition Challenge'. For students at key stage 5 we offer a vocational and life-skills curriculum, based around the ASDAN 'Personal Progress' award, supplemented by additional units of work or accredited programmes as appropriate, including community



We offer an exceptional range of activities and amenities designed to promote the development of life skills and apply learning across a range of contexts. These include:


Classrooms designed specifically for young people with autism and complex needs A 'Sensory Hub' made up of a range of different sensory rooms in which students can explore new sensory experiences and take control of their environments, including a water play room, wellbeing room, sensory room, health hub (incorporating sauna and gym) and soft play room A sports hall and ball-court for PE and sporting activities A bistro area for shared dining Outdoor facilities including a sunken trampoline, playground, climbing-frame, swings and extensive grounds where students can engage in adventurous physical activity

Our multi-disciplinary team approach offers a holistic service based on sound knowledge and understanding of autism and what works in supporting learning for people with Autism and additional needs. Our clinical team is based on-site and includes speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, psychology and nursing services. We offer a high ratio of staff to pupils, generally 1:1 support provided with a class of up to 5 students. All staff have comprehensive training, focusing on the specialist knowledge necessary to support the complex needs of our students.



We aim to ensure we support the development of young people who are: happy and confident with a positive self-esteem, able to learn independently and cooperatively, independent and sociable, able to communicate their feelings, wishes and needs and are able to make choices, manage their own behaviour and enjoy life.

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