BANK Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Job summary

BANK - Specialist Speech & Language TherapistBand 6Providing specialist assessment, diagnosis and intervention to children and young people with complex communication needs and dysphagia (eating, drinking and swallowing disorders) needs as relevant to the role. This will include supporting parents, school staff and other professionals in all issues related to client management. Liaison with the MDT is an integral part of the role.

To assess the needs for, develop and implement specialist Speech and Language Therapy treatment to children referred to the SLT service to mainstream schools

To provide advice to others regarding the management and care of children with communicationdifficulties

To be accountable for own professional actions and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice from senior colleagues as appropriate

The post holder will also provide some day-to-day supervision and peer review support to less experienced colleagues and students, including second opinions when necessary.

The post holder will run appropriate in service training independently for school and other staff.

Main duties of the job

• To assess the need for, develop and implement Speech and Language Therapy treatment to children with a wide range of speech, language and communication difficulties
• To analyse auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of children's communication and to identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance communicative effectiveness in the home, school and other relevant settings
• To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment, using evidence based practice and outcome measurement to provide the most effective treatment to children and their families within clearly defined care plan
• To make a differential diagnosis on the basis of evidence from assessment

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Medical Centre

London

W9 3XZ

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Medical Centre

London

W9 3XZ

Employer's website

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

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