Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; Wallasey; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Wallasey is seeking a Band 7 Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist to provide speech, language, and communication support for children with EHCP. This role involves leading service developments, clinical supervision, and managing a caseload. Candidates must have relevant qualifications, experience in special schools, and a passion for supporting young people. Join a proactive team focused on continuous improvement and professional development.

Benefits

Strong support network

Regular clinical supervision

Opportunities for CPD and external training

Qualifications

• Must have a Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification, be registered with the HCPC, and have relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years qualified with relevant specialist experience.
• Experience of supervising/mentoring junior staff/students.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children, providing assessments and interventions.
• Lead service development work within the therapy service.
• Supervise team members and help in their professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

SLT degree or recognised equivalent

Registered member of RCSLT

Registered member of HCPC

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking applications for a Band 7 Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for supporting children and young people who attend special schools.

The role includes speech, language and communication assessment and intervention for children and young people who have an EHCP.

The postholder will lead in service development work for specific areas of the Children's Speech and Language Therapy service and will take a lead in clinical supervision for their specialist area.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a dynamic Speech and Language Therapist with excellent communication skills to join our Children's Community Speech and Language Therapy team. The role will involve holding a caseload, leading on service developments and supervising other members of the team.

The post holder will work closely with all other members of the team, including more junior employees, where they will be expected to lead, supervise and delegate. The post holder will have experience of working with children and young people within special schools. The post holder will also have some experience of leading quality improvement projects.

You must have a Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification, be registered with the HCPC, and have relevant experience. The ability to drive and have access to a car is essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a proactive, friendly Speech and Language Therapy service with regular clinical team meetings and personal development planning to meet CPD needs, and with regular access to supervision. This is a forward thinking, driven team who are always looking for ways to improve the service and think creatively about intervention and different ways of working.

About us

HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU:

• We have a strong support network for both clinical work and wellbeing. Wellbeing is a strong focus within our team and organisation, and we strive to support each other at all times.
• We will provide opportunities to learn from highly experienced team members, including regular meetings and CPD sessions.
• We will provide both clinical and management supervision.
• We will provide opportunities for you to develop skills across a range of areas.
• We have opportunities to access external training if relevant to your role.

Details Date posted

30 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year pa (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

844-7347138

Job locations

Victoria Central Hospital

Mill Lane

Wallasey

CH445UF

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details on this exciting role.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details on this exciting role.

Person Specification Skills and attributes Essential

• Can use a variety of assessment techniques
• Demonstrate analytical and reflection skills
• Understands and can use the principals of prioritisation
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance/audit
• Experience in supporting staff and their development
• Competent computer skills and ability to utilise Information Technology
• Can demonstrate continuing professional development
• Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech
• Able to demonstrate good leadership and the abilities to motivate others

Personal Qualities Essential

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy
• Can convey ideas and information in a confident and easily understood manner, both written and verbal
• Adaptable to a varied and frequently changing work environment
• Able to work in difficult, distracting environments, with challenging clients and where intense levels of concentration are required
• Demonstrate ability to be a good team member
• Developed skills in negotiation and problem solving.
• Able to relate the values of the organisation to everyday practice
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Access to a car for work purposes

Qualifications and professional training Essential

• SLT degree or recognised equivalent
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Registered member of HCPC
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate study.

Experience and knowledge Essential

• Minimum of 3 years qualified with relevant specialist experience
• Experience of supervising / mentoring junior staff / students
• Experience of training others in specialist area
• Can manage own caseload of complex problems independently
• Knowledge of current trends in the management of specialist area

Desirable

• Experience of project management

Person Specification Skills and attributes Essential

• Can use a variety of assessment techniques
• Demonstrate analytical and reflection skills
• Understands and can use the principals of prioritisation
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance/audit
• Experience in supporting staff and their development
• Competent computer skills and ability to utilise Information Technology
• Can demonstrate continuing professional development
• Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech
• Able to demonstrate good leadership and the abilities to motivate others

Personal Qualities Essential

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy
• Can convey ideas and information in a confident and easily understood manner, both written and verbal
• Adaptable to a varied and frequently changing work environment
• Able to work in difficult, distracting environments, with challenging clients and where intense levels of concentration are required
• Demonstrate ability to be a good team member
• Developed skills in negotiation and problem solving.
• Able to relate the values of the organisation to everyday practice
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Access to a car for work purposes

Qualifications and professional training Essential

• SLT degree or recognised equivalent
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Registered member of HCPC
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate study.

Experience and knowledge Essential

• Minimum of 3 years qualified with relevant specialist experience
• Experience of supervising / mentoring junior staff / students
• Experience of training others in specialist area
• Can manage own caseload of complex problems independently
• Knowledge of current trends in the management of specialist area

Desirable

• Experience of project management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Central Hospital

Mill Lane

Wallasey

CH445UF

Employer's website

https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Central Hospital

Mill Lane

Wallasey

CH445UF

Employer's website

https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)