Location: 11 Cockshot Hill, Reigate RH2 8EF, UKSalary: 52,529 - 56,388 per yearEmployment: Full timeCategory: HealthcarePosted: Valid to: Apply: Surrey County CouncilThe starting salary for this position is 52,529 - 56,388 per annum, inclusive of market supplement (NHS Band 7 equivalent) for working 36 hours per week, across 42 weeks of the year, pro-rata to 56,698 - 60,864.Our innovative, supportive and outcome- focused Surrey Schools Speech and Language Therapy Team have an exciting new opportunity for a Clinical Team Lead/ Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our fantastic team in the East of Surrey, where you will lead on the operational and strategic development of our dysphagia services to our specialist and mainstream schools. For prospective candidates currently working in the NHS, this Clinical Team Lead position is equivalent to a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist role.Our offer to you42-week term time contract, with flexible working options around school core hoursPaid RCSLT membership and HCPC feesBelonging to a team of students, therapists and assistants led by a Therapies Manager who is an SLTComprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager, extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and enhanced probation support, termly whole-team study days, and encouragement to join and attend CEN’s relating to practiceAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingUp to 5 days of carers leave per yearPaternity, adoption and dependants leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesAbout UsThe School-Aged Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Service is part of Surrey’s offer to support the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities of children and young people within mainstream schools and specialist provision. The Service is part of the Early Intervention and Prevention Service in Surrey’s Children, Families and Lifelong Learning directorate, working collaboratively with other teams such as Educational Psychology, Specialist Teachers and Team around the School. We are a large team (over 200) of both qualified therapists and non-qualified therapy assistants, with excellent supervision and CPD models available to you.Our aim is for children and young people with speech, language, communication and dysphagia needs to receive the right support at the right time. We do this through assessment and intervention, equipping families and professionals with the skills and resources to work together to help and support children with SLCN. We work with children and young people with EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plan) and those at SEN (Special Education Needs) support.As a Clinical Team Lead, key responsibilities include:Holding your own specialist clinical caseload and will provide clinical supervision and line management to members of the SLT Team and support with second opinions, observation, training and shadowing opportunities for colleagues. Providing high quality dysphagia supervision e.g. supporting therapists through their dysphagia competencies.Working with colleagues across Surrey to ensure the wider team is informed of current research and evidence base, and that clinical practice is of high quality and reflects the research and evidence base.Working with management on the operational and strategic development of services to our schools across Surrey.Your management accountabilities include working alongside the other Team Leads to support and develop an enthusiastic and friendly team who work in mainstream and specialist schools as well as supporting student placements. Through a joined up approach with colleagues across Surrey, you will ensure the wider team is informed of current research and evidence base, and that clinical practice is of high quality.Your ApplicationIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:To be considered for shortlisting for this position your application will clearly evidence:A BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent in Speech and Language TherapyRegistered membership of the Health and Care Professions Council and Royal College of Speech and Language TherapistsSpeech and language therapist background with at least 5 years post graduate experience, and Specialist level Dysphagia competency (5.4 Advanced level on the EDS competencies) A working knowledge of the English education system including the National Curriculum and SEND code of practice.Experience of line managing and supporting others including newly qualified therapists, assistants, and student placementsExperience of working within an effective multidisciplinary teamExperience of training and positively influencing practice in large staff teamsA continuing commitment to learning and development of self and others with regard to evidence base and researchEvidence of strong organisation and prioritisation skillsEvidence of building and establishing relationships with families and education providers To apply, we request that you submit a CV and answer the following 3 questions:Do you have specialist skills in the area of dysphagia? Tell us more about how you gained these skills.Please tell us about any experience of line managing and supporting others including newly qualified therapists, assistants, students and work experience placements?Please tell us about any experience you have of working with families and others in complex situations? Please provide a supporting example.Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job.This role is subject to an online / social media check as part of our safer recruitment processes, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.An enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List checks will be required for this role.The job advert closes at 23:59 on 18/10/26 although we will be looking at applications as they come in and may shortlist in advance of closing date. We therefore encourage an early application.Interviews will take place on 22/10/26 or 23/10/26.Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey Handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.Contact DetailsFor an informal discussion please contact Government Reorganisation (LGR)Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation and will move to new authorities in April 2027. This role is currently employed by Surrey County Council and will remain so until then. If you are employed by Surrey County Council on 1 April 2027, your employment will
Speech and Language Therapy Clinical Team Lead Dysphagia in Reigate employer: Surrey County Council
Surrey County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With a generous benefits package including up to 31 days of annual leave, a local government pension, and access to a wealth of learning resources, employees are empowered to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the community. Located in Reigate, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of public services, all within a collaborative environment that values innovation and inclusivity.
