Speech and Language Therapist (Bands 5/6)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's therapy service is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team in Guildford. This rewarding role involves providing specialized therapeutic services to children, with responsibilities including assessment planning, delivering treatment, and collaborating with other professionals. The position requires a BSc. Hons in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities offered.

Benefits

10 weeks paid holiday (pro-rata)

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist with relevant degree.
• HCPC Registration required.
• Knowledge of legislation for SALTs and complex child presentations.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of specialist speech and language therapy services.
• Manage a diverse caseload of children with various needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop individual treatment plans.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Clinical reasoning

Adaptability

Education

BSc. Hons in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC Registration

Job description

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Client:

Whole Child Therapy Ltd

Location:

guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Responsible to:Clinical Lead

Working with:Multi-disciplinary team

Hourly rate:TBC

Annual leave:10 weeks paid holiday (or pro-rata)

Job Category:Speech and Language Therapy

Job Location:Essex, Kent, London

YOU MUST ALREADY HAVE A UK WORK VISA TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE

Qualification Required: BSc. Hons in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent)

Training and Education: HCPC Registration. Knowledge of the legislative framework for SALTs.

Find out more

https://wholechildtherapy.com/work-for-us/

Apply online

https://wholechildtherapy.com/jobs/speech-and-language-therapist-bands-5-6/

Main Roles and Responsibilities

• To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive and coordinated range of specialist speech and language therapy diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative services in a variety of settings including the clinic, schools, and children’s centres, which improve or maintain the health, function, learning potentials, independence, and quality of life of the children.
• With support, manage a caseload of individuals (usually aged 0-25 years) with a range of needs and disabilities. This will involve specialist treatment of children with neurological difficulties, coordination difficulties, sensory processing problems and attention and behavioural deficits and maintaining associated clinical records.
• To devise and participate in creating product lines and services, including but not limited to training services, group and individual therapy programmes, and professional development for the Organisation.

1.Clinical – Assessment and Treatment Planning

1.1To carry and prioritise a caseload and otherongoingtasks.

1.2To conduct assessments and treatment in the most appropriate setting for the individual’s needs, whether in the clinic, school, or residential home.

1.3To perform specialist occupational therapy assessment of children with diverse and complex presentations using advanced clinical reasoning skills and knowledge oftypicalchild development.

1.4Specialist OT assessment tools should assess the individual’s function concerning self-care, development, physical, sensory, sensory processing, gross and fine motor skills.

1.5To analyse and interpret complex assessment results to accurately judge the individual’s condition and identify OT goals as part of an overall care plan.

1.6To develop and implement treatment and management plans for each individual, incorporating individual or group therapy sessions and programmes for use in care and/or education settings.

1.7To re-evaluate and progress/adapt treatment programmes at established intervals depending on the needs of each individual and the outcomes expected, and to authorise discharge when appropriate.

2. Clinical – Interventions and Treatments

2.1To plan and implement a range of specialist child-centred individual and/or group interventions.

2.2To re-evaluate and progress/adapt treatment programmes at established intervals depending on each child’s needs and the expected outcomes, and to authorise discharge when appropriate.

2.3To identify and implement appropriate treatment approaches and techniques during therapy based on sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and best practice guidelines.

2.4To monitor the effectiveness of an intervention.

3. Clinical – Analytical / Judgmental Skills

3.1To analyse and interpret complex assessment results to provide an accurate judgment of the individual’s condition, where appropriate, or to contribute to the individual’s diagnosis by communicating assessment findings to the other involved professionals.

3.2To identify OT goals as part of an overall care plan.

3.3To identify and implement appropriate treatment approaches and techniques based on sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and best practice guidelines

3.4To monitor the effectiveness of an intervention.

3.5To make referrals to other professionals and agencies if required to address the individual’s global needs.

4. Clinical– Communication

4.1To provide support and advice for the individual’s parents, carers, and/or school about all aspects of their care that relate to their OT needs, and to adjust your language to allow for their comprehension and understanding.

4.2Adjust your communication according to the age and comprehension level of the child/family, and use non-verbal communication, sign, and augmentative communication aids as necessary.

4.3To provide and receive complex and sensitive information concerning a child’s difficulties and expectations.

4.4To demonstrate empathy and sensitivity in response to parents and children.

4.5To work sensitively with parents who are themselves dealing with anger, grief, and frustration as they come to terms with the impact of their child’s condition.

4.6To communicate effectively with parents/carers, team members, colleagues and other agencies, including health and educational staff, using written and verbal communication skills.

4.7To attend meetings when requested to provide specialist advice about the individual's functional needs.

4.8To arrange these meetings when appropriate. This may include the development of comprehensive MDT plans for transition and discharge.

4.9To act appropriately when exposed to children who may be wet, soiled, sick, or have control issues with their saliva.

4.10To provide specialist OT reports for use within inter-agencies, e.g., education, and documentation relevant to the setting, standards, and guidelines.

4.11To maintain accurate, legible, and complete clinical records of all patient-related interventions by professional and service standards.

4.12To provide programmes on a verbal or written basis, using pictorial representation as required, ensuring these programmes are carried over into daily life.

5. Human resources, including personnel and people development

5.1To adhere to the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and comply with local and national standards of practice.

5.2To be professionally and legally accountable for all professional and clinical work aspects.

5.3To review and reflect on one’s practice and performance through the effective use of professional and clinical supervision and appraisal in line with local and company guidelines. Formal supervision is done monthly, and assessment yearly, with six monthly reviews.

5.4To demonstrate basic leadership skills by managing designated projects, e.g., developing resources and clinical governance objectives.

5.5To plan, organise and provide training to parents/carers and educational staff.

5.6To plan and undertake presentation of OT related talks.

6. Health, safety, and security

6.1Always maintain a safe therapeutic environment within the clinic, schools, and residential settings.

6.2Carry out risk assessments, show an awareness of health and safety implications, and act accordingly.

6.3To be responsible for equipment used in Occupational Therapy duties and to adhere to all policies and guidelines to ensure safe use of equipment by oneself and others.

6.4To report any defects or difficulties to the Clinical Director.

6.5To set up equipment when it arrives, show parents/carers/professionals how to use it safely, advise on when/how often it should be used and monitor it as the individual grows/changes.

6.6Arrange for repairs and adaptations as necessary.

6.7To have a sound knowledge of the theory and practice of manual handling of specialist equipment, e.g., adaptive seating, therapeutic equipment.

7. Policy and Service Improvement/Development

7.1To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development within the OT team and the wider therapy group.

7.2To demonstrate a working knowledge and contribute to developing and completing clinical audits.

7.3To advise theOfficeManager of any therapeutic equipment/materials needed for the service.