Speech and Language Therapist (Mutism / Autism / Trauma)

Hourly Rate: 50- 60 per hourLocation: West Midlands - On Site Start: ASAPContract: Temp / Contract / Sessional We are seeking an experienced HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist to deliver high quality specialist support for a young person presenting with Selective Mutism, Autism, and a history of trauma. This is a rewarding opportunity to make meaningful, long term impact through both direct therapeutic intervention and wider environmental support.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver 1 hour of direct 1:1 therapy per week, building a safe, positive therapeutic relationship.Develop and implement a communication hierarchy tailored to the young person''s needs.Use evidence-based approaches for Selective Mutism, including:Sliding InShapingDesensitisationStimulus FadingTrial therapeutic techniques and adapt your approach based on the young person''s progress and comfort.Provide indirect SaLT input each term (approx. 3 hours), including:Staff trainingEnvironmental adjustmentsCoaching and guidance for education and care staffWork collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, including attending MDT meetings.Draft, monitor and update the young person''s SaLT programme (3 hours allocated).Provide training, guidance and support to school and care staff (approx. 9 hours).Attend annual reviews and essential planning meetings, including report writing and liaison work (approx. 8 hours).Essential ExperienceHCPC registration (required)Experience working with Selective Mutism, ..... full job details .....