At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide assessment and support for individuals with communication and swallowing needs.
- Company: Join a values-driven charity making a meaningful difference in the community.
- Benefits: 27 days holiday, professional development, and free on-site parking.
- Other info: Collaborative multidisciplinary team with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of children and adults with complex needs.
- Qualifications: Degree in Speech & Language Therapy and HCPC registration required.
The predicted salary is between 48973 - 48973 £ per year.
Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
Salary: £32,985 - £48,973 per annum
Monday to Friday | 37.5hrs per week | Permanent
Following continued growth and internal development across St Elizabeths, we are expanding our teams and welcoming new colleagues to support our vibrant and diverse community.
Are you a newly qualified Speech & Language Therapist ready to begin your career in a supportive multidisciplinary environment? Or are you an experienced clinician looking to further develop your specialist skills within complex needs, learning disabilities, autism, and communication support?
At St Elizabeths Centre, we are seeking a passionate and motivated Speech & Language Therapist to join our specialist therapy team. We welcome applications from clinicians suitable for Band 5 or 6 level roles, depending on experience and expertise.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative setting where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children, young people, and adults with complex communication and neurological needs.
About the Role
You will provide assessment, intervention, and support for individuals with a wide range of communication and swallowing needs, working as part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary team. Depending on your experience and banding, you may:
- Manage and prioritise a clinical caseload
- Deliver specialist assessments and therapy programmes
- Support individuals with speech, language, communication, and/or dysphagia needs
- Develop communication strategies and personalised intervention plans
- Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, PBS Practitioners, Education, and Care teams
- Provide advice, training, and support to families and staff teams
- Contribute to EHCP reviews, clinical reports, and multidisciplinary planning
- Support service development and contribute to evidence-based practice
About You
We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate therapists who are committed to delivering person-centred care and developing their clinical expertise.
- Degree in Speech & Language Therapy
- HCPC registration (or pending registration for Band 5 applicants)
- Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
What We Offer
- Structured induction and clinical supervision
- Supportive mentorship and CPD opportunities
- Opportunities for specialist training and career progression
- Collaborative multidisciplinary working
- A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact every day
- Beautiful countryside working environment with on-site facilities
Why Join St Elizabeths?
- From 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Be part of a values-driven charity making a meaningful difference
- Ongoing professional development and specialist training
- Influence the development of high-quality clinical practice across services
- A beautiful working environment with free on-site parking
- Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Free on-site parking
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
How to Apply
Please complete an application form and upload your up-to-date CV via our website. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We may close the advert early if sufficient applications are received. All offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, references and an enhanced DBS check. Please note that we are not located on a public transport route. The advertised salary is based on full-time equivalent and will be dependent on experience and qualifications. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know; we're here to support you.
Safeguarding & Inclusion
St Elizabeths Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, vulnerable adults and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Some of our positions involve regulated activity relevant to vulnerable children, adults, and young people. It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in a regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group. Our vacancies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Investor in People.
Speech and Language Therapist in Watford employer: St Elizabeth`s Centre
St Elizabeths Centre is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative environment for Speech and Language Therapists to thrive. With a commitment to professional development, including structured induction, mentorship, and opportunities for specialist training, employees can grow their careers while making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with complex communication needs. Located in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, the centre provides a values-driven workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and offers generous benefits such as 27 days of holiday and free on-site parking.
