Central London Community Health Trust

Speech and Language Therapy Technician

The closing date is 20 July 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Assistive Communication Service, as part of Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Speech and Language therapy Technician.

The Assistive Communication Service (ACS) has been identified by NHS England as one of the specialised Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) service for London. We deliver specialist AAC assessments, prescription, initial training and set up of equipment. We will encourage you to develop your potential in an environment that is well supported professionally and managerially, via a robust supervision system.

The maintenance of skills within the ever evolving field of AAC is particularly supported with an emphasis upon self-directed learning and training as appropriate.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for the programming and updating of communication software on the communication devices. This will include the service and maintenance of the communication devices, as well as conducting software / equipment review clinics with clients. The post holder will also have to monitor stock levels of devices, accessories, and consumables, and order replacements as necessary

About us

Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up)
Flexible working options
Annual travel card loan
Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

824-INNER-7303070

Job locations

South Westminster Centre for Health

82 Vincent Square

London

SW1P 2PF

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE Maths and English - Must have A-C/4-9 or equivalent Functional Skills
Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level3, Diploma, or Apprenticeship Standard) or recognised equivalent courses
Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate

Desirable

Knowledge of software accessibility adaptations

Experience

Essential

Skilled in Microsoft Office and ability to design and generate reports from excel
Knowledge and experience of IOS and ability to update, install applications
Skills installing and uninstalling software

Desirable

Experience of managing accurate database of equipment/stock
Recent experience of working in a health or social care environment

Skills

Essential

Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships

Desirable

Knowledge and experience working in NHS

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE Maths and English - Must have A-C/4-9 or equivalent Functional Skills
Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level3, Diploma, or Apprenticeship Standard) or recognised equivalent courses
Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate

Desirable

Knowledge of software accessibility adaptations

Experience

Essential

Skilled in Microsoft Office and ability to design and generate reports from excel
Knowledge and experience of IOS and ability to update, install applications
Skills installing and uninstalling software

Desirable

Experience of managing accurate database of equipment/stock
Recent experience of working in a health or social care environment

Skills

Essential

Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships

Desirable

Knowledge and experience working in NHS

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

South Westminster Centre for Health

82 Vincent Square

London

SW1P 2PF

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

South Westminster Centre for Health

82 Vincent Square

London

SW1P 2PF

Employer's website

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