Lead Specialist Speech & Language Therapist – Child Development

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 4,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Greater London seeks a qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves delivering focused therapy to children, collaborating with local partners, and supporting family engagement in therapy sessions. The ideal candidate will have a recognized degree in Speech and Language Therapy, relevant experience in child assessment, and the ability to train other professionals. Opportunities for flexible working arrangements and professional development are provided.

Benefits

High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of basic salary

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Employee assistance programme and psychological support

Commitment to equality and diversity support

Qualifications

• Significant experience in assessment and management of children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Experience working within a multi-agency, multi-disciplinary team.
• Clinical knowledge of child development and its application to speech and language therapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver child-focused speech and language therapy to children in schools and clinics.
• Support SLT drop-in sessions and deliver groups to families.
• Plan and deliver training to other professionals.

Skills

Speech and language therapy

Assessment of children

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Training delivery

Education

Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree or equivalent

HCPC Licence to Practice

Job description

A community healthcare provider in Greater London seeks a qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves delivering focused therapy to children, collaborating with local partners, and supporting family engagement in therapy sessions. The ideal candidate will have a recognized degree in Speech and Language Therapy, relevant experience in child assessment, and the ability to train other professionals. Opportunities for flexible working arrangements and professional development are provided.