Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity to build your career as a Speech and Language Therapist in a supportive and dynamic team.
Base Location
Saltway Centre, Pearl Road, Middleleaze Drive, Swindon, SN5 5TD
Employment Details
Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist – part‑time role, 22.5 hours per week.
Main Responsibilities
* Assessment and differential diagnosis of a child’s communication difficulties using standardised assessments and informal observation.
* Apply highly developed auditory and perceptual skills to support therapy sessions.
* Handle children with disabilities, including performing oral examinations.
* Use specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgement and case management decisions.
* Identify and implement strategies to enhance communicative effectiveness; develop clear, evidence‑based treatment plans and evaluate outcomes.
* Produce clinical reports summarising care plans for parents, carers, school staff, healthcare professionals and local education authorities.
Essential Qualifications
* Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent.
* Health Professions Council licence to practice.
* Knowledge and experience working with children with eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties.
* Knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group and ability to compare relative benefits.
* Understanding of the roles of other professionals relevant to the client group.
* Knowledge of standards of record keeping.
* Excellent interpersonal skills – observation, listening and empathy.
* Negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
* Excellent diplomacy skills.
* Demonstrates excellent analytical and reflective skills.
* Ability to be a good team member and work with other agencies.
* Well‑developed concentration skills.
* Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal.
* Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
* Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically.
* Experience working with children with speech, language and communication difficulties as an undergraduate.
* Experience developing relationships with staff from other agencies and management teams.
Desirable Qualifications
* Knowledge of Makaton.
* Experience working within mainstream and/or specialist provision.
* Experience delivering training.
* Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy.
* Membership of relevant Special Interest Groups.
Package Description
* Band 6 AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions.
* Membership of My Reward Hub, providing discounts on everyday purchases and cashback offers.
* Access to wages as they are earned to cover emergencies and avoid overdraft fees.
* Support for mental and physical wellbeing, including health recipes, activity challenges, and post‑trauma support.
* Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development.
* An open, just culture encouraging innovation with dedicated funding.
* Commitment to the highest clinical and quality standards, with many services rated “good” or “outstanding” by the Care Quality Commission.
We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident company, providing facilities and adjustments to support inclusion for all.
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