Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist

Pulse Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist to join a dedicated team delivering services across schools in the Hillingdon area. Based at the Wood End Centre in Hayes, you will provide therapy directly in school settings to children with speech, language and communication needs.

The role requires HCPC registration, a degree in Speech and Language Therapy, and a UK driving licence with access to a car to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and eligibility for RCSLT membership.
• Experience with children and young people in educational/community settings.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess and manage children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Provide school-based interventions and collaborate with teachers, families and SENCOs.
• Deliver therapy in line with evidence-based practice across school environments.
• Maintain clinical records and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support EHCP processes through assessments and reports.
• Provide supervision to junior staff where appropriate.
• Contribute to safeguarding and governance policies.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Reflective practice

Teamwork

Education

Degree in SLT

Job description

Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist

London

Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist – Hillingdon, London

Banding: Band 6/7

Location: Hillingdon

Start Date: ASAP

Hourly Rate: £24.00-£32.00 an hour

Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time (flexible)

Contract Length: 3 months initially (with potential for extension)

Car Driver: Essential - This role requires travel to schools across Hillingdon and surrounding boroughs. Candidates must have access to a car.

Base Location: Wood End Centre, Judge Heath Lane, Hayes, UB3

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist to join a dedicated team delivering high-quality services across schools in the Hillingdon area.

Based at the Wood End Centre in Hayes, this role offers the chance to make a real difference to the lives of children with speech, language, and communication needs by providing care directly in school settings. You’ll be joining a collaborative and proactive team that is passionate about child-centred care and community engagement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a therapist with experience in paediatrics, particularly within educational or community settings, who is confident working both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently assess, diagnose, manage, and evaluate outcomes for children with a variety of speech, language, and communication needs, including complex cases.
• Provide school-based interventions and collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and families to ensure integrated support.
• Deliver therapy in line with evidence-based practice, adapting to the needs of individual children across different school environments.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records and reports.
• Support the development of therapy programmes and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to junior staff where appropriate.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes through assessments and reports.
• Adhere to local safeguarding, clinical governance, and health and safety policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and eligibility for RCSLT membership.
• Previous experience working with children and young people, ideally within educational or community settings.
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence (essential).
• A proactive, flexible, and reflective approach to clinical practice.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.

International Recruitment Notice

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.