Bank Speech & Language Therapist - Surrey

As a Band 5 Speech & Language Therapist within the preschool team you will assess, diagnose and deliver evidence-based interventions to children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). You will play a vital role in empowering parents, carers and professionals through training, support and collaborative working. Your work will primarily focus on children within early years settings such as nurseries, Family Hubs and family homes.

Base: HCRG Care Group office hub across Surrey with the option for hybrid working. HCRG Care Group is a flexible‑first employer that supports flexible, hybrid arrangements while maintaining an office base.

Main duties of the job:

• Carry out high-quality ADOS assessments as part of a Multi‑Disciplinary Team for children and young people.
• Deliver high-quality SLT assessments and interventions to preschool‑aged children.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and the wider children’s workforce to create tailored care plans.
• Provide reports, including for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Support service development and key performance targets.
• Supervise and guide SLT assistants and students.
• Plan and deliver training for carers and professionals to enhance understanding of SLCN.
• Participate in multi‑agency meetings and safeguarding case conferences as required.

About us: We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s 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 support communities across England and directly help more than half a million people each year, guided by our values: we care, we think, we do. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people. We are a Disability Confident company, providing inclusive work environments and necessary adjustments.

Job benefits:

• Flexible shift booking – self‑book shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance.
• Wagestream access – earn wages anytime.
• Professional growth – experience across services and free training.
• 24/7 well‑being support – free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance and career coaching.
• Innovative culture – share ideas, apply for national funding and contribute to service improvements.
• Recognition & engagement – nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
• Commitment to excellence – work with “Good” or “Outstanding” CQC‑rated services.

The ideal candidate:

Essential:

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent (Post‑Graduate Diploma or MSc leading to HCPC registration).
• Knowledge and training in ASD strategies and interventions such as PECS, SCERTS and ADOS.
• Health and Care Professions Council licence to practise (HCPC).
• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Member of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network.
• Specialist knowledge of assessments and interventions for the client group.
• Knowledge of national and local policies and procedures relevant to the client group and role.
• Aware of child protection policies and procedures.
• Experience managing own caseload and working effectively with a range of client groups.

Desirable:

• Knowledge/training in PCI and Hanen strategies.
• Knowledge of educational training packages (e.g. ELKLAN, WellComm).
• Knowledge of signing (e.g. Makaton).
• Demonstrable experience working in the NHS.

Other requirements: The successful applicant must be a car driver.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.