Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Clch; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join the education service supporting children in Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea ARPs. The role focuses on autistic children and collaboration with onsite therapies and parents to enhance communication and access to the curriculum.

The post includes working in specialist and mainstream settings with supervision, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop clinical expertise within a

Qualifications

• Degree and Licence to Practise from the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists.
• Current HCPC and RCSLT registration.
• Experience supporting children and families in schools and specialist settings.
• Ability to deliver supervision and training to peers.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist SLT services to children in mainstream and special schools.
• Assess needs and develop SLT treatment plans for Education Service.
• Advise on management and care of communication difficulties.
• Deliver interventions including AAC and collaborate with parents and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Child development

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

HCPC registration

RCSLT membership

Job description

Putting community at the heart of everything we do.

Proud to be a prospective advanced foundation trust, CLCH is one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, employing more than 4,500 staff and caring for more than four million people across London and Hertfordshire. We believe in working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence. Our diverse team of professionals supports patients at every stage of their lives, from health visiting for newborn babies to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care.

By joining CLCH, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities and are committed to your professional development and well-being.

To join us and help make a real difference in the communities we work in, browse our latest jobs and opportunities below.

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Band 6

Main area Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 824-INNER-8233909-A

Site College Park School and Additional Resource Provisions (ARPs) within Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea Town London, Salary £47,951 - £56,863 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 25/10/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist 1.0 WTE

Special Schools (Westminster) and Additional Resource Provisions (ARPs) in We stminster and Kensington and Chelsea

Are you looking to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people? Are you passionate about reducing inequalities and want to belong to a service with an active diversity and inclusion ethos? Come and join the CLCH SLT education team!

We have an exciting opportunity for a band 6 SLT to join our education service. The role will include supporting autistic children and young people as part of the on‑site team within a special school setting alongside work in the mainstream schools team.

Main duties of the job

Providing a specialist service to children attending mainstream and special schools working closely with parents/carers and staff to enable children to develop their speech, language and communication skills and to access the curriculum.

Assess the needs, develop and implement specialist SLT treatment to children referred to the SLT Education service.

Provide advice regarding the management and care of children with speech, language and communication difficulties.

Join us if you want to:

• Deliver specialist interventions to children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans
• Work with the onsite therapies team to embed good universal and targeted level practise within a special school setting
• Work jointly with parents, class teams and other professionals. Develop a shared understanding of each child’s speech, language and communication needs and how these can be supported
• Refine your skills delivering a range of interventions (including AAC)
• Access 1:1 & peer group supervision sessions and a regular in‑house training programme to develop clinical and supervision skills.
• Access Joint working and second opinions from clinical specialists within the service
• Work within innovative, motivated and well‑established teams, in a supportive and progressive environment
• Work in Central London locations

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high‑quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Degree and Licence to Practise from the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
• Current registered membership of HCPC and RCSLT

Experience

• Experience of supporting CYP, families and schools in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 including contribution to statutory assessments (Education Health and Care Plan Needs Assessments), contribution to the annual review process and delivery of SLT provision as specified in Education health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Collaborative work with parents and other professionals
• Experience Training others
• Interest to develop clinical specialism in education
• Training/experience of supporting students and more junior qualified therapists including provision of supervision and line management

Skills

• Excellent Interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy
• Excellent communication /presentation skills verbal and written
• Understanding of typical child development Speech and Language, Play and other milestones
• Good working knowledge of appropriate range of assessments and interventions for school aged CYP with Speech, Language and Communication needs and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits to individual CYP
• Understanding and application of Education Practice and Policy including the Children and Families Act 2014
• Awareness of national policies and procedures (relevant to the Education)

Key Attributes

• Able to maintain prolonged concentration in order to assess the speech, language and communication skills of CYP using formal and informal assessments

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date - please check your inbox regularly.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your applications on time to avoid disappointment.

Name Bryony Schnadhorst Job title Locality Lead Speech and Language Therapist Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07468 758125 Additional information

Liz Lowton [e-mail] 07919 305837