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Full Job Profile – Speech and Language Therapist JD PS

Further Information

Grafham Grange School is an academy for boys, set in 42 acres of Surrey countryside. The school became an Academy as of 1st January 2018, joining the Orchard Hill College Academy Trust (OHCAT). We offer day provision for up to 52 pupils, referred from local authorities across the south of England from the age of 10 to 16 (Year 6 to Year 11).

The school caters for boys with Education, Health and Care Plans that identify Social, Emotional and Mental Health as the primary area of need. Many of our young people also have a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD or other co-occurring conditions.

Grafham is looking to offer a multi-disciplinary approach with Therapists working with teachers and care staff to enhance the learning process and provide a waking day curriculum. We now have the exciting opportunity to expand our therapy team so that all staff can work together to develop this service.

This is a unique opportunity to develop clinical skills within an educational environment, offering the chance to work collaboratively with a range of professionals and to use therapeutic skills creatively to meet the needs of students.

In return, we offer excellent support from colleagues and staff; commitment to CPD; access to internal and external training.

If you believe you can help our learners to fulfill their potential at school, at home and in their communities and are looking for a fresh challenge, then this role may be just what you are looking for.

Further details and how to apply

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Emily Rackstraw, Regional Lead for Speech and Language Therapy, Sussex and Surrey Hub on e.rackstraw@grafham-grange.co.uk

Please send completed application forms to e.rackstraw@grafham-grange.co.uk

Please note that CV applications will not be considered

Closing Date: Friday 23rd November 2018

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 26th November 2018

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to appoint outstanding candidates prior to the closing date.

Appointments made are subject to a probationary period and an enhanced DBS check