Speech and Language Therapist - Croydon

pulse; Croydon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse is seeking an experienced Children's Speech and Language Therapist to join Croydon Healthcare Services on a 1-month contract with potential extension. The role focuses on assessments and targeted interventions for children, including EHCNAs, in a community setting.

The post requires HCPC registration and a SLT degree, with experience in early years and school-aged services. 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with flexibility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
• HCPC registration with valid practice status.
• Experience delivering SLT services to children.
• Experience carrying out Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).
• Experience supporting early years and school-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments for children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Provide specialist intervention for early years children needing SLT support.
• Complete and contribute to EHCNAs.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Support school-aged children with communication needs in educational settings.
• Liaise with families, schools and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with standards.

Education

Degree in SLT

HCPC registration

Experience with children

EHCNA experience

Early years support

Job description

Job Title: Children's Speech and Language Therapist

Banding: Band 6

Location: Croydon Healthcare Services

Start Date: Immediate

Duration: 1-Month Contract with potential of contract extension

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday but could also be flexible

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Children's Speech and Language Therapist to join the team at Croydon Healthcare Services.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a children's community service, supporting both early years and school-aged children with communication needs. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out assessments, contributing to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs), and delivering targeted interventions to help children achieve their communication goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments for children with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Provide specialist intervention for early years children requiring Speech and Language Therapy support.
• Complete and contribute to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).
• Deliver evidence-based therapy programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Support school-aged children with communication difficulties within educational settings.
• Liaise effectively with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience working within children's Speech and Language Therapy services.
• Experience carrying out EHCNAs.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting early years communication development.
• Experience working with school-aged children within educational settings.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.

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