Speech and Language Therapy Assistant 22.5 hours per week (part-time) – Fixed Term Temporary – 12 months Salary: £25,854.66 pro-rata rate is £15,512.60 (Dependent on qualifications, skills and experience) David Lewis is excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (SLTA) to join our well-established Speech and Language Therapy team.
Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.
David Lewis Clinical & Therapy Services provide support for people who live in residential services and students who access educational services.
We are dedicated to improving the quality of lives for people with learning disabilities and or autism, epilepsy, complex learning disorders, including neurological impairments, and other complex support needs .
The people we support ages range from 11 to end of life.
We have a successful track record, built up over 120 years with expertise and are rated as GOOD by the CQC.
As an SLTA in our team, your responsibilities will include: Creating bespoke Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) resources to support the communication needs of the people we support, Carrying out communication interventions with the people we support, with appropriate supervision and direction, Supporting eating, drinking and swallowing (EDS) interventions alongside a qualified Dysphagia Practitioner, Contributing to whole-site projects to develop the David Lewis Total Communication environment, Supporting the delivery of training packages to varied staff teams, Supporting the running of therapy groups to build communication skills and knowledge across site, Facilitating equipment needs, including liaising with equipment providers, placing orders, controlling stock levels and maintaining records.
To thrive in this role, you'll need: An interest in supporting the communication and EDS needs of children and adults with a learning disability – ESSENTIAL Experience of supporting people with communication and/or EDS needs – DESIRABLE Experience in the field of Learning Disability – DESIRABLE Experience using symbol-making software (e.g.
InPrint 3) – DESIRABLE With over 120 years of providing high-quality care, David Lewis is an outstanding place to build your career, develop your skills, and become part of a dedicated and supportive team .
Informal Enquiries may be made to please contact Laura Wood (Speech and Language Therapy Team Lead) on Closing date: 16th October 2026.
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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks: This post, due to its nature, duties and responsibilities, will be subject to an enhanced check by the DBS .
David Lewis is an equal opportunities employer.
Speech and Language Therapy Assistant employer: David Lewis
David Lewis is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a supportive work culture where you can earn while you learn. Located in Warford, Cheshire, this apprenticeship provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the health and social care sector, with clear pathways for career advancement and competitive pay upon completion of your training.
