Bank Speech and Language Therapist in Edgware

Putting community at the heart of everything we do.

Proud to be a prospective advanced foundation trust, CLCH is one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, employing more than 4,500 staff and caring for more than four million people across London and Hertfordshire. We believe in working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence. Our diverse team of professionals supports patients at every stage of their lives, from health visiting for newborn babies to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care.

By joining CLCH, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities and are committed to your professional development and well-being.

To join us and help make a real difference in the communities we work in, browse our latest jobs and opportunities below.

Main area Speech and Language Therapist Grade Band 6 Contract Bank Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working
• Other

12.07% holiday pay + Unsocial Hours (if applicable) Job ref 824-BANK-LIT1601

Site Edgware Community Hospital Town Edgware Salary £22.75 (inclusive of HACS) Salary period Hourly Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Speech and Language Therapist – Band 6

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, or 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary
Band: Band 6
Service: Adult Speech and Language Therapy

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to join our adult Speech and Language Therapy team on a temporary basis.

The successful candidate will provide assessment and intervention for adults with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties, working collaboratively with patients, carers, care staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake assessment, diagnosis, treatment and review of adults with communication and swallowing disorders, using evidence-based practice and relevant professional guidelines.
• Assess and manage dysphagia, including specialist oral motor and swallowing assessments.
• Provide clear, clinically appropriate recommendations to support safe eating, drinking and medication administration.
• Use appropriate assessment and treatment approaches, including relevant standardised assessments.
• Provide education, advice, support and training to patients, carers, care staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency team.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Eating and Drinking with Acknowledged Risks (EDAR) and its application within clinical practice.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional and organisational requirements.
• Manage and prioritise a clinical caseload effectively, ensuring appropriate follow-up and review.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and safe, effective service delivery.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person specification

Experience

• Recognised SLT degree
• Registration with Health & Care Professionals Council
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Completion of dysphagia competencies
• Evidence of relevant post-registration education and training e.g. in Stroke, Supervision
• Member of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network

Experience

• Experience of working in a variety of adult clinical settings within the UK/NHS
• Experience of working and liaising with other MDT professionals
• Ability to understand complex issues, problem solve and propose solutions
• Able to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures
• Experience of supervising/ managing junior staff and students
• Experience working with adults from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Independent management of dysphagia caseload
• Experience of working with a community SLT service
• Experience of establishing competencies and a training programme for junior staff
• Experience of working with adults requiring tube feeding

Skills and Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions and evidence of a specialist level of clinical expertise in relevant areas
• Good understanding of the principles of clinical governance and audit
• Ability to use IT including PowerPoint, Excel, Word
• Highly developed negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify and assess the potential risks involved in work activities and processes for self and others
• Ability to listen effectively and provide constructive feedback to patients and colleagues.
• Awareness of the management and use of data in the NHS setting
• Postgraduate research in a relevant area.

Other

• Ability to assume leadership responsibilities
• Comfortable addressing difficult issues e.g. limited rehab potential; complex condition-related information to patients’ families/carers
• Able to demonstrate initiative and innovative approaches towards work.

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

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