Speech & Language Therapist - Woking

NHS; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in Surrey is seeking a Band 5 Speech & Language Therapist to manage diverse cases, providing specialized support and developing therapy plans. The ideal candidate will hold a B.S.C Hons in Speech & Language Therapy and possess excellent communication and teamwork skills. This role focuses on direct impact in children's lives through tailored therapy, documentation of progress, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. Support for continuous professional development and competitive pay are part of the offer.

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Pension

Professional Growth Opportunities

Wellbeing Support Services

Access to discounts and offers

Flexible Pay Options

Learning & Development support

Recognition & Involvement programs

Qualifications

• Understanding of current best practices in speech and language therapy.
• Previous placement experience in related clinical areas.
• Documented evidence of CPD and competency in using standard SLT assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support and advice to children, parents, and families regarding therapy needs.
• Prepare and maintain accurate written and electronic reports.
• Conduct assessments, interpret results, and set therapy goals.

Skills

Knowledge of legislation and government policies related to specialty

Ability to deliver training

Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance

Education

B.S.C Hons or recognized equivalent qualification in Speech & Language Therapy

Job description

Our Band 5 Speech & Language Therapists are part of the Paediatric Therapy team and will manage a general caseload of children with a range of varied and complex needs while accessing appropriate support and supervision. Newly qualified practitioners will work towards autonomous practise with formal supervision from their line manager.

Our Band 5 Speech & Language Therapists will devise child centred therapy plans using evidence based practice to ensure that the individuals full potential is developed or maintained.

Job summary

Our Band 5 Speech & Language Therapists are part of the Paediatric Therapy team and will manage a general caseload of children with a range of varied and complex needs while accessing appropriate support and supervision. Newly qualified practitioners will work towards autonomous practise with formal supervision from their line manager.

Our Band 5 Speech & Language Therapists will devise child centred therapy plans using evidence based practice to ensure that the individuals full potential is developed or maintained.

The post holder will be based at a site within their local quadrant of Surrey. This could be an admin base or a clinical base. Admin bases are located in Woking, Guildford, Chertsey, Epsom and Redhill.

If you have any questions about this position, please [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist support and advice to children, parents, and families regarding therapy needs, using clear and appropriate communication.
• Share and receive complex or sensitive information with empathy and professionalism.
• Attend and organise multidisciplinary meetings to offer expert input on therapy needs and care planning.
• Support families coping with emotional challenges, demonstrating sensitivity and understanding.
• Prepare and maintain accurate written and electronic reports, records, and therapy documentation in line with professional standards.
• Develop, implement, and review individualised therapy programmes, ensuring accessibility for parents/carers through verbal, written, or pictorial formats.
• Conduct assessments, interpret results, and set therapy goals as part of holistic care planning.
• Communicate assessment findings to paediatricians, parents/carers, and relevant professionals, contributing to diagnosis and ongoing care.
• Make referrals to other professionals/agencies as appropriate.
• Provide supervision to students and contribute to the training of parents, carers, and educational staff.
• Deliver presentations and support the development of therapy services.
• Effectively manage and prioritise a caseload, balancing clinical and professional duties.

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We are a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Band 5 Speech & Language Therapist we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:

• Competitive Pay & Pension: Enjoy a Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
• Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.
• Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counselors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.
• Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.
• Learning & Development: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.
• Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.

Ideal Candidate

Essential

• B.S.C Hons or recognised degree equivalent qualification in Speech & Language Therapy Health care Professions Council registrar
• Knowledge of legislation and government polices related to the specialty.
• Broad knowledge of current best practice.
• Previous SLT placement experience in the relevant clinical areas related to the post.
• Documented evidence of CPD Competent to use standardised SLT assessments.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to deliver training
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance in relation to current best practice and develop skills accordingly

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with Children in the field of Speech and Language Therapy.
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses relating to the post.
• Membership of relevant Special Interest Groups/Clinical excellence networks
• Training relating to the line management and supervision of assistants and other therapists.
• Experience of training parents, other therapists and other professionals.

Other requirements:the successful applicant will need to be a car driver

Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

Desirable

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Woking

Surrey

GU21 5SB

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)