Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist | Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust; Halifax; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Halifax is seeking two Speech and Language Therapists on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role requires working with children across various settings, including clinics and schools, to provide high-quality, evidence-based care. The successful candidates will join a supportive team, receiving regular supervision and development opportunities. Ideal for those passionate about helping children achieve their communication potential and eager for professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive multidisciplinary team environment

Regular supervision and learning opportunities

Flexible working options

Access to health and wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered (or pending registration) with the HCPC.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full communication potential.
• Able to build positive relationships with families and colleagues across education and health settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage children with communication needs.
• Plan and deliver individualised intervention programmes.
• Collaborate with parents, education staff, and health professionals.

Skills

Passionate about supporting children

Ability to build positive relationships

Organised and confident in managing caseload

Reflective and proactive learner

Education

Qualified and registered with HCPC

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two whole time equivalent Band 5 Speech and Language Therapists to join our friendly and supportive Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Service on a 6‑month fixed‑term basis.

This post offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your clinical skills working with children and young people across a range of settings, including clinics, schools, and early years environments. You will be part of a dynamic and experienced team committed to delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based care that makes a real difference to children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage children with a range of speech, language, and communication needs.
• Plan, deliver and delegate individualised, evidence‑based intervention programmes.
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers, education staff, and other professionals to support each child’s communication development.
• Contribute to team meetings, case discussions, and service improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to data collection and audit as required.
• Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and continuing professional development opportunities.

About You

• Qualified and registered (or pending registration) with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full communication potential.
• A reflective and proactive learner, keen to develop within a supportive team.
• Able to build positive relationships with families and colleagues across education and health settings.
• Flexible, organised, and confident in managing a varied caseload.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team environment which champions equity, diversity and belonging in our workforce and for our patients.
• Regular supervision from a Band 7 Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist with opportunities for learning and development towards Newly Qualified Competencies.
• A commitment to supporting learning and development towards RCSLT Newly Qualified Competencies.
• Separate line management and clinical supervision to support continued clinical and professional development.
• Support from Speech and Language Professional Lead.
• A professionally led service that is based on evidence and data gathering.
• A structured induction process and access to both SLT and non‑SLT specific peer support networks.
• Flexible working options where possible.
• Access to Trust health and wellbeing resources.

This advert closes on Monday 5 Jan 2026.