Speech Language Pathologist

FIND | Medical; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is looking for a compassionate Speech and Language Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves delivering therapy for children with communication difficulties and working collaboratively with families and educators. This part-time position also includes remote working and requires both a degree and HCPC registration.

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy required.
• HCPC registration essential.
• Experience with children and young adults needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for children with communication difficulties.
• Plan and evaluate therapy programmes based on clinical needs.
• Maintain clinical records in line with service policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Independence

Knowledge of Safeguarding Procedures

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Postgraduate Qualification in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Sheffield area

Contract Type: Part-time (3 days), permanent

Salary: up to £45,000

Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team, providing assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for children with speech, language, communication, and feeding difficulties. You will work collaboratively with families, educators, and healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapy tailored to individual needs.

Remote working with travel to schools based in Sheffield, Bradford, Doncaster, and Barnsley once a month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a specialist speech and language therapy perspective in the assessment, care and teaching of children and young people accessing our educational services.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate individualised therapy programmes based on clinical need and best practice.
• Work in partnership with families, caregivers, schools, and other professionals to support therapy goals and ensure consistency across environments.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate clinical records, reports, and documentation in line with service policies and professional standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the development of integrated care plans.
• Provide training, advice, and support to parents, teachers, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to service development, audit, and research initiatives where appropriate.
• Maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills through continuing professional development (CPD).

Person Specification: Essential:

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience working with children and/or young adults with a range of communication needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and commitment to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable:

• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Experience working in educational settings or specialist provisions (e.g., autism, developmental language disorder).
• Training in relevant communication approaches (e.g., Makaton, PECS, AAC systems).

You must be based in the UK to apply for this job.