Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist - Special Schools

BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a qualified Speech & Language Therapist for a part-time role in Wokingham. You will manage your own complex caseload while working in a supportive multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have experience with children with communication needs and a commitment to quality care. This position offers flexibility and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days' annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Learning and career development opportunities

Discounts at popular retailers

Qualifications

• Qualified Speech & Language Therapist.
• Experience (including placement experience) with developmental/complex communication needs.
• Dedicated to providing quality care in pediatric settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality assessment and interventions for children.
• Contribute to service development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate clinical records.

Skills

Experience with children or adults with additional needs

Ability to travel to multiple sites

Job description

Are you a qualified Speech & Language Therapist looking to expand your clinical skills and professional career in paediatrics? Are you seeking a part‑time role that offers flexibility to coincide with your home life? We have an exciting opportunity for a new or experienced Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist to join our fantastic CYPIT team on a part‑time basis for a 1‑year fixed‑term contract. You will be based at Addington School in Wokingham where you will manage your own complex caseload, treat patients using an impact‑based model of clinical decision making and run school holiday clinics for children without EHCPs. Although you will be school‑based you will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team of OTs, Physios & Assistants with opportunities to shadow other therapists, attend training and be involved in service development. Applications are reviewed as received and the vacancy may close early.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality assessment and interventions for children and young people with developmental/complex communication needs.
• Opportunity to work alongside and learn from experienced therapists.
• Be involved in the implementation of training packages.
• Contribute to defined projects and service development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Values

• Caring for and about you is our top priority.
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services.
• Working together with you to develop innovative solutions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience (including placement experience) in working with children or adults with additional needs.
• Ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites within Wokingham.
• Disability confident – we are an equal opportunity employer and will interview all qualified applicants, regardless of disability.

Your wellbeing is important to us.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to support work‑life balance.
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell.
• Generous NHS pension scheme.
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities.
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles.
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services.
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants.
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality.
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
• Free parking across Trust sites.