Lead Speech And Language Therapist

TN United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Lead Speech and Language Therapist to oversee a growing team and deliver high-quality therapy services across the North-West. This role offers a blend of clinical work and leadership responsibilities, promoting effective communication for individuals aged 0-25. The successful candidate will have significant experience and the opportunity for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible hours promoting work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience in line managing others and managing projects.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Speech and Language Therapy services in The North-West.
• Line manage Lead SLTs and promote a coaching culture.
• Contribute to strategic planning and lead on clinical quality standards.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Qualified/Registered Speech and Language Therapist

Job description

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Client:

RGH-Global Limited

Location:

Preston, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

Position: Speech and Language Therapist - Head Of Therapies

Location: Bolton/Blackpool/Preston

Role: Permanent

Start: ASAP

Due to movement and growth within the team, our client is looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their team as Head of Therapies. This person will have the skills and motivation to support a growing team and facilitate effective communication for all. Our client supports individuals aged 0-25 years directly and through others, using high-quality, evidence-based approaches to maximise impact where they live and learn.

The Role: This is an exciting and valuable role. The successful candidate will deliver Speech and Language Therapy services in The North-West and will work in a hybrid way, travelling to all these areas to undertake their Head of Therapies role. Clinically, the Speech and Language Therapist will have a broad range of experience and may have a clinical specialism. They will also have experience supervising and line managing others. As the Head of Therapies, the successful candidate will line manage Lead SLTs; promote a coaching culture; contribute to strategic planning; and lead on clinical quality standards.

There is expected to be a 50:50 split between clinical delivery and the Head of Therapies remit.

Requirements:

• Qualified/Registered Speech and Language Therapist with 5 or more years of experience.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in line managing others and managing projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in report writing and record keeping.
• A supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to shape the services.
• An attractive salary depending on experience.
• Hours that suit your needs and promote work-life balance.
• Career development opportunities, including training and supervision to develop specialisms in a wide range of service areas including dysphagia, ASD assessments, etc.