JOB-20240830-9051a9aa

Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist – Children’s Team

Specialism: AHP – Speech & Language Therapy (Paediatrics)
Location: Kensington, London
Band: 6
Salary: £26.30 per hour
Contract Type: Locum | Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full Time

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist – Children’s Team to join a well-established paediatric service in Kensington, London. This full-time ongoing locum role offers an excellent hourly rate of £26.30 and provides the chance to utilise your specialist skills in assessment and intervention for children and young people across mainstream schools.

This role is ideal for a confident and experienced Speech & Language Therapist who enjoys working independently while being part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Perks and Benefits

• Full Time Locum: Enjoy the flexibility of locum work with the stability of full-time hours.

• Excellent Hourly Rate: Earn £26.30 per hour, paid for every hour you work.

• Flexible Working: Manage your schedule efficiently and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

• Clinical Support: Benefit from regular peer review and supervision to support your professional development.

• Career Development: Expand your experience working in diverse school settings across the borough.

• Fantastic Location: Work in Kensington, one of London’s most vibrant and culturally rich areas.

What You Will Do

• Work with children in mainstream schools across Westminster and Chelsea, completing EHCNAs and delivering provision in line with EHCP requirements.

• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for children with complex communication needs and dysphagia where appropriate.

• Collaborate closely with parents, school staff, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective care.

• Develop and implement individualised Speech & Language Therapy programmes.

• Provide specialist advice and guidance on the management of children with communication difficulties.

• Maintain professional accountability, recognising your own limitations and seeking advice when required.

• Supervise and support less experienced colleagues and students, providing peer review and second opinions.

• Deliver training to school staff and other professionals, sharing specialist knowledge and best practice.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Speech & Language Therapy.

• HCPC registration.

• Experience working in paediatric Speech & Language Therapy, ideally within school settings.

• Strong assessment, report writing, and care planning skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Experience completing EHCNAs and working with EHCPs.

• Experience with complex needs and/or dysphagia.

Why Kensington?

Kensington is one of London’s most prestigious and vibrant areas, famous for its museums, parks, historic landmarks, and fantastic food scene. With beautiful streets, excellent transport links, and a rich cultural life, it offers an outstanding quality of life both professionally and personally.

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