Speech and Language Therapist

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

St. Andrews Bangkok, part of Nord Anglia Education, is committed to an inclusive educational approach. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. In addition to assisting mainstream students, we provide specialized support for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including challenges in speech and communication as well as social and emotional development.

We are seeking a caring, energetic, and collaborative professional to become a member of our dynamic transdisciplinary team. This role is ideal for a therapist who flourishes in a school setting and enjoys working closely with educators and families.

The Role

As a Speech and Language Therapist, your main duty will be to assess and deliver high-quality interventions for students aged 2 to 18. You will bridge clinical therapy and classroom learning, ensuring that all students possess the essential communication skills needed to engage with the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment & Intervention: Conduct formal assessments using a variety of tools and screeners to determine student needs. Provide individual and small-group sessions focused on speech, language, and social skills.
• Inclusive Integration: Integrate communication strategies within the classroom to support students with learning disabilities in mainstream educational settings.
• AAC Leadership: Supervise the implementation of Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices and communication systems as required.
• Documentation: Create comprehensive formal reports, structured therapy plans, and data-driven recommendations for families and external professionals.
• Empowerment: Work closely with parents and staff to equip them with strategies to assist students in areas like joint attention, play skills, language development, and articulation.

Candidate Profile

Experience & Qualifications:

Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of clinical or school-based experience.

Clinical Scope: Proven experience working with children aged 2 to 19 with diverse needs, such as:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD and Down’s Syndrome
• Physical disabilities and complex medical conditions
• Psychological, emotional, and social disabilities

Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in contemporary SLC methodologies and familiarity with specialized equipment/software (AAC).

Classroom Management: Demonstrated competence in positive behavior management and the development of engaging, modified learning environments.

Key Attributes:

• Transdisciplinary Collaboration: Ability to work effectively alongside teachers, learning support staff, educational psychologists, and other therapists.
• Innovation: A creative approach to designing customized educational programs.
• Sensitivity: The capability to communicate complex information to parents with empathy and assurance.
• Flexibility: A strong ability to adapt to the evolving needs of students and the school environment.

Requirements & Safeguarding

St. Andrews is dedicated to safeguarding all our students. All applicants for this position must complete a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (or its regional equivalent), a 10-year criminal record assessment, and provide at least two professional references, one of which must be from your most recent employer.

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