B5 Speech & Language Therapist

HCRG Care Group; Harlow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

HCRG Care Group is seeking a Speech & Language Therapist for a school-based role in Harlow/Epping. You will assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, and communication needs across diverse ages with collaborative teams to ensure person-centered care.

The role involves developing and implementing evidence-based therapy plans, monitoring progress, maintaining documentation, and contributing to service development. Part-time considered alongside full-time.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Speech Therapy, including assessment and intervention across diverse client groups.
• Experience in managing Dysphagia and continuing care coordination.
• Current HCPC registration with a professional body (e.g., HCPC).
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and maintain high-quality records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop evidence-based therapy plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and community services for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service development.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Assessment skills

Dysphagia management

Language disorders

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Time management

Clinical governance

Education

HCPC registration

Bachelor's degree in Speech & Language Therapy

Job description

Company Description

HCRG Care Group is one of the UK's largest providers of community health and care services, working to change lives by transforming how health and care are delivered. The organization partners with the NHS and local authorities to provide intermediate care, primary care, diagnostic pathways, and specialist services such as dermatology. Services are delivered across multiple communities including Devon, Bath and North East Somerset, Wiltshire, Surrey, Kent, Essex, and Lancashire. HCRG Care Group focuses on accessible, high-quality care in community settings, offering multidisciplinary teams and collaborative environments for health professionals. Prospective team members can expect to work within an organization committed to innovation, partnership working, and better outcomes for people and communities.

Role Description

This is a full-time (part time also considered) , school-based role for a Speech & Language Therapist operating kn Harlow / Epping. The Speech & Language Therapist will assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, and communication needs for individuals across a range of ages and clinical presentations. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, developing and implementing evidence-based therapy plans, monitoring progress, and adjusting interventions as needed. The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, families, carers, and community services to ensure coordinated and person-centered care. The therapist will also maintain accurate clinical documentation, contribute to service development, and participate in supervision and continuing professional development activities.

Qualifications

• Strong skills and practical experience in Speech Therapy, including assessment and intervention across diverse client groups.


• Knowledge and experience in managing Speech and Communication Disorders, with the ability to design individualized treatment plans.


• Competence in working with Language Disorders, using evidence-based approaches to support functional communication.


• Experience in assessing and managing Dysphagia, including safe swallowing strategies and multidisciplinary care coordination.


• Relevant professional qualification in Speech & Language Therapy and current registration with an appropriate professional body (e.g., HCPC or equivalent).


• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent record-keeping, time management, and organizational skills, with a commitment to clinical governance and best practice.


• Experience in community or acute healthcare settings is beneficial, along with ongoing commitment to professional learning and development.