Band 6/7 Speech and Language Therapist – Young Adults Team

Specialism / Department: AHP Speech and Language Therapy – Young Adults
Location: Hackney, UK
Salary / Pay Rate: Up to £35 per hour
Contract Type: Locum / Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full-Time

Role Overview

This ongoing locum role is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6/7 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Young Adults Team within the AHP Speech and Language Therapy service in Hackney. You will work independently to deliver specialist therapeutic support to young adults with a range of speech, language, and communication needs, contributing significantly to their development and educational progress.

In this dynamic full‑time position, you will maintain high professional standards through continuous development, collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, and play a key role in enhancing communication support across the service. This role is ideal for therapists seeking variety, creativity, and opportunities to broaden their expertise in diverse educational and clinical settings.

Perks and Benefits

• Full-Time Role: Engage fully with your caseload, gaining variety and broad professional experience.
• Hourly Pay: Transparent and flexible earnings structure.
• Professional Development: Continuous training and CPD opportunities to keep your practice current.
• Network Building: Work in a multidisciplinary environment, expanding your professional connections.
• Work–Life Balance: Locum work offers flexibility and autonomy over your schedule.

Key Responsibilities / What You Will Do

• Deliver targeted speech and language therapy for young adults with diverse communication needs.
• Maintain high professional standards through ongoing CPD and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provide training to colleagues, professionals, and education staff.
• Conduct both formal and informal assessments to design effective therapy programmes with SMART targets.
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions, ensuring planned, engaging, and well‑structured interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to embed communication strategies within classroom environments.
• Evaluate therapy outcomes and prepare accessible resources for departmental use.
• Produce detailed reports for annual reviews and maintain accurate documentation aligned with professional standards.
• Offer specialist advice to parents, carers, and professionals.
• Participate actively in a multidisciplinary team, contributing to creative and collaborative therapy approaches.
• Lead workshops and training sessions as required.

Requirements / Candidate Criteria

Essential

• HCPC registration.
• Recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Experience working with young adults or educational settings.
• Strong assessment, planning, and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Additional specialist training in communication approaches or therapy tools.
• Prior experience within community or post‑16 education environments.

Why Hackney

Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and culturally rich boroughs, offering an energetic mix of history, diversity, and creativity. With its lively social scene, thriving community spaces, and excellent local amenities, Hackney provides an inspiring environment for both work and life. Professionals benefit from the borough’s dynamic atmosphere, strong community spirit, and convenient access to wider London — making it an exceptional place to grow personally and professionally.

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