Bank Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

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.
  
  

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.

Details

Date posted

11 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£24.52 an hour

12.07% holiday pay + Unsocial Hours (if applicable)

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time,

Part-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

824-BANK- LIT1624

Job locations

The Medical Centre

7e Woodfield Road

London

W9 3XZ

United Kingdom

Job Description

Job responsibilities

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

Job Description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

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Education/Qualification

Essential

• Degree and Licence to Practise from the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
• Current registered membership of HCPC and RCSLT
  
  

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Experience

Essential

• Experience of supporting CYP, families and schools in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 including contribution to statutory assessments (Education Health and Care Plan Needs Assessments), contribution to the annual review process and delivery of SLT provision as specified in Education health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Collaborative work with parents and other professionals Experience Training others
  
  

Desirable

• Interest to develop clinical specialism in education
• Training/experience of supporting students and more junior qualified therapists including provision of supervision and line management
• Post graduate clinical experience in paediatric dysphagia
  
  

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Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to deal with conflict and good problem solving skills
• Excellent communication /presentation skills verbal and written Good organisational skills
• Understanding of typical child development Speech and Language, Play and other milestones
• Good working knowledge of appropriate range of assessments and interventions for school aged CYP with Speech, Language and Communication needs and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits to individual CYP
• Understanding and application of Education Practice and Policy including the Children and Families Act 2014
• Understanding of Religious, Cultural and Linguistic issues impacting upon caseload management
• Awareness of national policies and procedures (relevant to the Education) Knowledge of the principles of audit
• Good understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)
• Holistic view of communication problems and philosophy to back this Ability to organise and manage own caseload independently and support other more junior staff manage their caseload.
  
  

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Key Attributes

Essential

• Able to maintain prolonged concentration in order to assess the speech, language and communication skills of CYP using formal and informal assessments
• Travel around district and access different venues, with or without adaptations
  
  

Person Specification

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Education/Qualification

Essential

• Able to maintain prolonged concentration in order to assess the speech, language and communication skills of CYP using formal and informal assessments
• Travel around district and access different venues, with or without adaptations
  
  

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Medical Centre

7e Woodfield Road

London

W9 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Medical Centre

7e Woodfield Road

London

W9 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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.

Essential

• Able to maintain prolonged concentration in order to assess the speech, language and communication skills of CYP using formal and informal assessments
• Travel around district and access different venues, with or without adaptations
  
  

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Medical Centre

7e Woodfield Road

London

W9 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Medical Centre

7e Woodfield Road

London

W9 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)