Specialist Speech and Language Therapist/Developmental role considered

NHS; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join their Children's Community service in Milton Keynes. This full-time, permanent position involves supporting children with complex needs and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate should hold a relevant degree and be registered with the Health Professions Council. A compassionate approach and strong interpersonal skills are essential for this rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Evidence of student placements/experience reflecting clinical caseload.
• Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group.
• Ability to independently travel across the city, carrying necessary equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Support Early Years teams in delivering high-quality care.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior staff.
• Collaborate with other professionals to facilitate comprehensive care.

Skills

Team member skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent presentation skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree

Registration with Health Professions Council

Registered member of RCSLT

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist, with consideration for applicants seeking a developmental role (5 to 6) working under a developmental plan. To join our Children's Community Speech and Language Therapy Service. This full-time, permanent position is based in Milton Keynes, offering the chance to be part of a small, supportive team and make a real difference to children and families in the community.

This role works across the early years and early years complex needs team, supporting children, families and other professionals to understand and address speech, language and communication needs, and to develop functional skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Early Years teams in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to children with a variety of complex needs.
• As a senior therapist in a small team, support speech and language therapy associate practitioners, devising therapy plans and offering clinical guidance, supervision and mentorship.
• Collaborate with other professionals and agencies to facilitate comprehensive care and service delivery.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior staff and learners as applicable.

About us

CNWL NHS Trust is committed to compassionate, forward-thinking, high-quality, person-centred care. The Trust values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement, supporting staff and service users in a caring, inclusive environment. CNWL fosters professional development, embraces diversity, and aims to create a positive impact on the communities it serves.

The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. We strongly encourage and support vaccination as it remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, colleagues and patients when working in healthcare settings.

Details

Date posted: 01 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £31,049 to £46,580 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 333-D-MK-CM-1166-A

Job locations: Child Development Centre, Milton Keynes Hospital, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD

Job description and responsibilities

In this key role, you will support the Early Years teams in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to children with a variety of complex needs. As a senior therapist in a small team, you will support speech and language therapy associate practitioners, devising therapy plans and offering clinical guidance, supervision and mentorship. Please see attached job description for further details.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

• Essential: Registration with Health Professions Council as a speech and language therapist
• Essential: Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent
• Essential: Registered member of RCSLT
• Desirable: Membership to appropriate CEN

Experience

• Essential: Evidence of student placements/experience reflecting clinical caseload
• Essential: Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
• Essential: Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
• Essential: Awareness of prioritisation issues within client group
• Essential: Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of individuals from minority groups
• Essential: Ability to liaise and work with other professionals and agencies
• Essential: Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the client group
• Essential: Awareness of principles of clinical governance
• Desirable: Foundation level dysphagia knowledge to support identification and referral to the dysphagia team

Skills, Abilities and Attributes

• Essential: Demonstrate ability to be a good team member
• Essential: Strong interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy
• Essential: Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Essential: Good organisational, analytical and reflective skills
• Essential: Ability to independently travel across the city, carrying necessary equipment safely
• Essential: Collaboration, negotiation, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure to the DBS will be required to check for any previous convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship will be considered. For details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more information, see NHS Careers (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Child Development Centre, Milton Keynes Hospital, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD

Employer website: https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work