Speech & Language Therapist (Part-time)

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Starting September 2024

BSB is a not for profit, inclusive independent international school comprising 1,350 students from approximately 70 countries. Located in the parkland of Tervuren, we enjoy world class facilities set within an inspiring green campus, yet near all the amenities of the university city of Leuven and the capital city of Brussels. But what makes our school an exceptional place to learn and grow, and what really sets us apart, are the relationships we build, the culture of kinship we foster and the pursuit of quality in everything that we do.

We are committed to providing a vibrant and engaging holistic education for our students in a harmonious atmosphere. With everyone learning and working together to inspire success, we have created a thriving community with the notion of ‘one school’ at its heart. By balancing academic endeavour with pastoral care, and classroom-based learning with enrichment opportunities, we provide our students with the best opportunities possible to broaden their aspirations and horizons.

Our curriculum is British based and uniquely adapted to the needs of our international and diverse student body. There is an Early Childhood Centre for children aged 1-3. Our Primary School offers a bespoke enquiry-based curriculum. Students in Year 10 & 11 study for (I)GCSE and BTEC courses. Post-16 students can choose from three internationally recognised pre-university examination courses: English A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or BTEC.  Our Enrichment programme is exceptional, offering over 100 activities per week.

As one of the top performing schools in the world, BSB students go on to attend a wide range of top universities across the globe. We believe that our exceptional student outcomes and top world rankings are really a happy by-product of our unique culture built on care, curiosity, and collaboration.

He/she will be responsible for carrying out the professional duties of a Speech and Language Therapist, in line with the Philosophy and Objectives of the school.

Teaching and Learning

• Assess referred students giving cause for concern, in terms of communication skills
• Determine the caseload of students, establishing priorities by considering severity and need.
• Plan and deliver a programme of therapy to students either on an individual or group basis
• Support the class teachers working with SLI students, by offering advice, support and professional learning
• Keep adequate planning and progress records for the students
• Promote the inclusion of SLI students within school

Professional Development

• Participate in the school, team and individual review process
• Actively seek professional learning (PL) opportunities in order to keep up to date with current SLT practice and assessment methods
• Participate in school arrangements for training and professional development
• Attend staff meetings as appropriate
• Provide appropriate PL for other staff as and when required

Communication

• Attend review and parent meetings to provide feedback on progress
• Report back to and liaise with class teachers, other AEN staff, parents, Occupational Therapist,…

General Duties

• Reinforce and safe guard students health and safety
• Participate in general school duties when required e.g. playground duties

Qualifications:

• Qualified Speech & Language Therapist (Bachelor or Masters degree)
• Fluent English speaker and accurate written English (medium of speech and language therapy delivery is English)
• Attributes:
  • Flexibility
  • Team Player
  • Confidentiality
  • Good Communicator
  • Ability to set schedules for SLT sessions and maintain records
  • Confidence in delivering professional learning to staff and presenting (as necessary) in meetings
• Assets:
  • Extra OMFT professional qualification
  • Experience of speech and language delays and subsequent therapies in a school setting
  • Experience and/or knowledge of supporting multilingual speech and language development
  • Knowledge of UK education curricula and practice
  • Experience of working with very young children
  • Experience of feedback meetings with parents

The Person:

• Commitment to the BSB Guiding Statements
• Committed to achieving the best at all times for BSB students
• Belief that in learning and in life more is achieved together than alone
• Committed to the safety and wellbeing of BSB students.

In return, we offer:

• A part-time (+/- 80%), permanent contract with full obligation to attend staff meetings and Professional Learning workshops
• Designated therapy space and SLT resources
• PL opportunities
• Planning and preparation time
• The opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team with an overview of pastoral care whole school
• Interesting position in an international environment
• An attractive salary – BSB Learning & Teaching scale – Band 3 representing a minimum of € 52.966 and maximum € 75.401 gross per year, (full-time, pro-rated for part-time roles) depending on the years of relevant experience
• Interesting extra-legal benefits including hospitalisation insurance, extra pension payments, luncheon vouchers, free use of the BSB sport facilities

Application process:

The deadline for applications is Thursday 7 June 2024 at 16:00 (CET).
Please note that only applications sent in using the application form on the BSB website will be considered. No other submissions will be accepted.

Interviews will be held at the school mid-June.

We look forward to receiving your application. If you have not heard anything further from us by the end of June, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

 “The British School of Brussels is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.” (with reference to the most recent KCSIE)

 BSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our community.

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