Speech and Language Therapist - Temporary London

Acorn Care and Education; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Greater London is looking for a motivated Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. This role involves working primarily in school settings with opportunities for clinical and remote work. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments for Education, Health and Care Plans, developing intervention plans, and collaborating with parents and teachers. Ideal candidates will have a BSc or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration, with preference for those with experience in pediatric settings. Competitive day rates and flexible working hours available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Develop and implement individualised intervention plans.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to integrate goals.

Skills

Experience working within a paediatric setting

Experience working with EHCPs

Experience working with complex behaviours

Training in Trauma-Informed care

Education

BSc or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Are you seeking an opportunity to make an immediate impact in a rewarding environment? We're seeking clinicians to join our friendly multidisciplinary team and contribute to vital assessments and therapies on a contract basis.

Job Title: Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Regional Role, London - Central and Greater London

Day rate: £230 per day (8 hours) DOE

Hours: To be agreed - Variable hours and flexible working available

Contract: Temporary – Variable temporary contracts available

About London Children’s Practice

The London Children's Practice is a renowned multidisciplinary hub, with a 15-year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people, and families, both in London and internationally. Our success is built on a foundation of growth, collaboration, diversity, and care, which underpins every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with schools and Local Authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.

As part of the Outcomes First Group, a recognised leader in exceptional education, The London Children's Practice works with the OFG Momenta Connect brand. Our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning, and embrace their unique strengths to find their path.

With The London Children's Practice entering a significant phase of growth, now is an exciting time to join us and develop professionally.

For more information about the London Children’s Practice, and Momenta Connect please visit our websites: London's Children’s Practice, momentaconnect.co.uk

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team and working primarily in school settings with potential for clinic and remote based work.

As a Speech and Language Therapist you will play a vital role in unlocking students' potential by assessing their needs for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and providing specialised interventions. This is achieved by working collaboratively with parents, carers, multidisciplinary and teaching teams across various school and clinical settings to ensure that interventions are effectively integrated into the young person's daily life. A key function is equipping key adults in that young person's life with the skills to confidently support them in achieving their therapy goals.

In your role as a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist , you will conduct comprehensive assessments of a child or young person's various developmental or learning needs for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), as well as developing and implementing individualised intervention plans and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate these goals into the child or young person's daily environment. The role also involves evaluating intervention effectiveness, providing training and upskilling to key adults, and maintaining accurate documentation. The therapist will actively participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care for children and young people with complex needs.

Location: Primarily school-based work with some clinic and remote opportunities available to the right candidate.

Essential Criteria

• BSc or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration.

Desirable

• Experience working within a paediatric setting.
• Experience working with EHCPs and SLT provision in a school setting.
• Experience working with complex behaviours.
• Experience completing assessments for Education, Health, and Care Plans
• Specialist CPD and/or training.
• Trauma-Informed care experience.
• Experience working with paediatric social, emotional, and mental health needs.

For more information about this role please refer to the Job Description.

At LCP, we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.

Job Ref: 297110