Speech & Language Therapist - Paediatrics

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our small, growing paediatric team, delivering high-quality assessment, diagnosis, and therapy for children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN). The role involves working across a variety of settings, including schools, nurseries, clinics, and homes, supporting children with a range of developmental speech, language, and social communication difficulties.

We are a child-centred, inclusive service committed to neuroaffirming, evidence-based practice, and to supporting professional development.

Community based across the Midlands Current school contracts based in Hinckley, Burbage & Rugby.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties:

• Assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, and communication needs in children, using appropriate standardised and informal assessment tools.
• Develop and implement individual therapy plans tailored to children's communication needs.
• Deliver therapy in individual and group settings across various environments (schools, nurseries, clinics, and homes) and measure and evaluate outcomes.
• Support children with complex communication needs, including those with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), and speech sound disorders.
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers, teachers, and other professionals to embed strategies into everyday routines.
• Provide advice, training, and coaching to families and education staff.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate clinical records in accordance with RCSLT professional standards and service policies.
• Contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and Annual Reviews.
• Demonstrate clinical effectiveness through the use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures.
• Share information appropriately with clients, carers, and professionals, observing current data protection guidelines.

Multi-Disciplinary and Team Working:

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Liaise with healthcare and education professionals (e.g., Paediatricians, Health Visitors, SENCOs, and Local Authorities) to ensure a holistic approach.
• Contribute to and attend multi-agency meetings, including EHCP assessments and SEND reviews.

Professional Development and Supervision:

• Participate in regular supervision with a senior Speech and Language Therapist.
• Actively engage in continuing professional development (CPD), including training courses, shadowing opportunities, and peer support.
• Maintain professional standards in line with HCPC and RCSLT guidelines.

Person Specification:

Essential Criteria:

• BSc (Hons) / MSc in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Knowledge of a range of paediatric speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to produce detailed reports, intervention plans, and treatment programmes.
• Supportive of a neuroaffirming approach in practice and recommendations.

Desirable Criteria:

• 1 year's experience working with children.
• Experience of working with Autistic children and/or those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Experience of using alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) strategies (e.g., Makaton, visuals, communication devices).
• Knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) legislation.
• Experience of working in school or community settings.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload, both clinical and non-clinical.
• Emotional maturity to handle sensitive and difficult conversations.
• Ability to assess and deliver therapy to children with diverse needs.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to provide accessible verbal and written advice and programmes to parents, carers, and professionals.

Additional Information:

• The post-holder will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required for community-based work.
• Flexible working arrangements and regular CPD opportunities are available.
• Applicants must have right to work in the UK

Benefits:

• Private healthcare cover.
• 30 days annual leave entitlement plus an additional 10-day Christmas and New Year company shut down.
• Annual CPD allowance towards courses, conferences etc.
• Relaxed, flexible working arrangements during school holidays with reduced hours.
• Join a friendly and welcoming team dedicated to supporting individual therapists to develop and grow.

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