Speech and Language Therapist - Bexley

Pulse Healthcare; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Staffing Limited is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join the Community Paediatrics Team based in Bexley/Sidcup. This Band 6/7 role focuses on assessment, intervention, and management for a range of paediatric speech, language, and communication needs within a community setting.

The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based therapy, supporting families, and contributing to EHCPs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience in paediatric SLT services and strong reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, and communication difficulties in children and young people.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Develop and implement therapy programs with families, schools, and professionals.
• Contribute to EHCPs and multidisciplinary reviews as required.
• Provide advice, support, and training to parents, carers, and educational staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records per standards.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary community paediatrics team.

Skills

Assessment

Clinical reasoning

Report-writing

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Title:

Speech and Language Therapist

Banding:

Band 6 or Band 7

Location:

Bexley/Sidcup

Start Date:

ASAP

Duration:

3-Month Contract

Hourly Rate:

Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join the Community Paediatrics Team based in Bexley.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 clinician to support children and young people within a community setting, delivering high-quality assessment, intervention, and management for a range of speech, language, and communication needs. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting children and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, and communication difficulties in children and young people.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Develop and implement therapy programs in collaboration with families, schools, and other professionals.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and multidisciplinary reviews where required.
• Provide advice, support, and training to parents, carers, and educational staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional standards.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary community paediatrics team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Experience working within paediatric Speech and Language Therapy services.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and report-writing skills.
• Experience supporting children with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous community paediatric experience is desirable.

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With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalized and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

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