Bank Specialist Speech and Language TherapistNHS

Job summary

We are recruiting Speech and Language Therapists to join our bank, working within the Speech and Language Therapy Education Team to deliver statutory provision for children and young people aged 4-16.

You will work with school-aged children in mainstream schools who have a range of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). The role includes specialist assessment, diagnosis and intervention for children and young people with complex communication needs and, where relevant, dysphagia (eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties).

You will support parents, school staff and other professionals with the management of communication needs and work closely with the multidisciplinary team. You will also contribute to the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process, including Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) reports and delivery of agreed EHCP provision.

We are looking for therapists with experience of working with school-aged children, including children with autism/social communication differences and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Main duties of the job

You will assess children with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs and develop, deliver and review appropriate Speech and Language Therapy interventions.

You will:

• assess communication and interaction needs using specialist clinical skills and identify strategies to improve communication at home, school and in other relevant settings
• provide specialist advice and support to parents, school staff and other professionals involved in the child's care
• contribute professional advice to Education, Health and Care Plan Needs Assessments and annual reviews, in line with the Children and Families Act 2014
• deliver provision set out in Education, Health and Care Plans within mainstream schools
• make appropriate clinical decisions using evidence-based practice, outcome measures and clearly defined care plans
• liaise with the multidisciplinary team to support coordinated care.
• You will be accountable for your own professional practice, working within your professional boundaries and seeking support from senior colleagues when appropriate.

Job description

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.