Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist

CENTRAL LONDON COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured supervision

CPD opportunities

Access to clinical specialists

Friendly multidisciplinary team

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a motivated Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to work within the Community/Pre-School Team across Brent, delivering assessment, intervention and support for children in early years settings.

This fixed-term one-year role offers structured supervision, development opportunities and a collaborative environment with MDT colleagues to build confidence and clinical independence.

Qualifications

• Deliver Speech, Language and Communication Therapy assessment, intervention and support for children in early years settings.
• Support children, families and professionals to improve communication outcomes.
• Deliver a programme of supervision and CPD for newly qualified Band 5s to ensure competencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess speech, language, and communication needs using a range of tools.
• Manage and prioritise a defined caseload with appropriate supervision and support.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based intervention plans.
• Monitor progress and adapt intervention to meet individual needs.
• Make informed clinical decisions, including discharge, within scope of practice and competence.
• Provide clear feedback and reports to families and professionals.
• Work in partnership with parents, carers, and early years staff.
• Provide advice and strategies to support communication development at home and in settings.
• Support children with a wide range of needs, recognising and valuing cultural, linguistic, and individual diversity.
• Communicate sensitively, particularly when sharing difficult information.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments and annual reviews.
• Work collaboratively with health, education and social care professionals.
• Participate in team discussions to support coordinated care planning.
• Liaise with interpreters and other support services when required.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with HCPC and RCSLT standards.
• Provide informal and formal training to parents, carers, and staff.
• Support assistants, students, and volunteers as appropriate.
• Participate in audit, data collection, and service improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards at all times.

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join our Community/Pre-School Team, supporting children and families across community clinics in the London Borough of Brent for a fixed term contract for one year. This role is ideal for therapists in the early stages of their career or those looking to further develop their clinical practice. You will benefit from structured support to build your clinical skills, independence, and confidence within a friendly and collaborative Early Years community service. Delivering Speech and Language Therapy assessment, intervention, and support for children in early years settings, working with increasing independence. Supporting children, families, and professionals to improve communication outcomes. We can offer:

• A supportive team environment with Speech and Language Therapists and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• A programme of support, supervision and Continuing Professional Development for newly qualified Band 5s to ensure competencies are met, with regular support meetings with senior colleagues.
• Access to clinical specialists for second opinions and support
• Opportunities for continuous professional development through a range of learning experiences including opportunities to shadow colleagues and membership of Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs)
• Assess speech, language, and communication needs using a range of tools
• Manage and prioritise a defined caseload with appropriate supervision and support
• Develop and deliver evidence-based intervention plans
• Monitor progress and adapt intervention to meet individual needs
• Make informed clinical decisions, including discharge, within scope of practice and competence
• Provide clear feedback and reports to families and professionals
• Work in partnership with parents, carers, and early years staff
• Provide advice and strategies to support communication development at home and in settings
• Support children with a wide range of needs, recognising and valuing cultural, linguistic, and individual diversity
• Communicate sensitively, particularly when sharing difficult information
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments and annual reviews
• Work collaboratively with health, education and social care professionals
• Participate in team discussions to support coordinated care planning
• Liaise with interpreters and other support services when required
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with HCPC and RCSLT standards
• Provide informal and formal training to parents, carers, and staff
• Support assistants, students, and volunteers as appropriate
• Participate in audit, data collection, and service improvement
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards at all times
  Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments. Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.