Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist -
The closing date is 26 October 2025
Job summary
An exciting and rare 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 Therapist with experience working with children and or adults who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
The Assistive Communication Service (ACS) is one of the specialised Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) service for London. We deliver specialised AAC assessments, prescription, initial training and set up of equipment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of high quality, client-cantered, evidence based practice in Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC).
The post has an excellent line management structure. It is supported by the Principal SLT for AAC and multidisciplinary team at the Assistive Communication Service.
We will encourage you to develop your maximum clinical 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.
Take a look at our recruitment video to find out more about working in our teams:CLCH S&L Recruitment - YouTube
Main duties of the job
- To provide highly specialist assessment and recommendations for AAC intervention for clients referred to the ACS
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To prescribe appropriate equipment and educate clients/parents/carers in the safe use of this equipment, following the ACS equipment procurement, prescription and risk assessments, to maximise clients' independence, participation, communication and safety.
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To work closely with other members of the inter-disciplinary ACS team and referring community Teams to provide a comprehensive, seamless service, aiming to improve and maintain functional ability of clients referred to ACS
- To assist in the day-to-day operation of the ACS. This may include answering queries, fielding referrals, contributing to team discussions, responding to client needs, managing staff sick leave, delegating appropriate tasks, communicating with other team members and outside agencies and other operational activities.
- To act as a highly specialist Speech and Language therapist, providing education, training and advice to junior occupational therapists, rehabilitation assistants and staff from other disciplines through formal and informal training, advice and joint assessments
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
Details
Date posted
13 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£56,276 to £63,176 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
824-INNER-7515024
Job locations
South Westminster Centre For Health
82 Vincent Square
London
SW1P 2PF
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 contact details
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