Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your career – all whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding environment?
London Children’s Practice is an exciting and creative practice looking for an ambitious Speech and Language Therapy Assistant who wants to grow their clinical skills in a strong team environment. We place a high importance on work‑life balance, so we offer a Summer Contract that maximises annual leave and trial provision for 10% rest every day.
Job Details
* Job Title: Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
* Location: Nationwide for school, clinical and online work
* Salary: Up to £26,000 FTE, dependent on experience (multiple positions available)
* Hours: 37.5‑hour week – flexible working across 6 days (Monday‑Friday)
* Contract: Permanent – 50 weeks (5 weeks off in summer break, + 22 days holiday)
About London Children’s Practice
The London Children’s Practice is a renowned multidisciplinary hub with a 15‑year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people and families, both in London and internationally. Our success is built on growth, collaboration, diversity and care, underpinning every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with schools and Local Authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.
As part of the Outcomes First Group, a recognised leader in exceptional education, The London Children’s Practice works with the OFG Momenta Connect brand. Our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning and embrace their unique strengths to find their path.
With the London Children’s Practice entering a significant phase of growth, now is an exciting time to join and develop professionally.
About the Role
As a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Assistant at Momenta, you will be responsible for providing interventions under the guidance of a registered Speech and Language Therapist, giving feedback on client progress, attending meetings and advocating for clients and their families alongside the treating therapist. Your role will also involve supporting the indirect actions of the Occupational Therapist such as creating programmes, assisting with scheduling, developing resources and participating in service improvement projects.
You will work as part of our online school integration service, Momenta 360, with the oversight of your delegating therapist to support children and young people with SEMH, SEN and neurodiversity to reach their full potential in learning and home settings.
Essential Criteria
* Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area
* GCSEs or equivalent
* Experience of working with children
* Effective communication professional skills
Desirable
* Previous experience of working within healthcare
* Previous experience working with children with additional needs
* People management experience
Why Choose Us?
* Ongoing Professional Development: Access training opportunities that support your career growth and interests
* Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Prioritise a healthy work‑life balance with our dedicated support services and wellness initiatives
* Expert Supervision and Mentoring: Work with experienced practitioners who provide guidance for your paediatric occupational therapy journey
* Structured Clinical Growth: Benefit from regular in‑house training, workshops and supervision to refine your skills
* Paediatric OT Onboarding Program: Dedicated program to help newly qualified or paediatric‑new OTs build core skills
* 5 weeks off in the school summer break
* 22 days of annual leave + years of service allowance
* 1 CPD day to use towards training
* Annual CPD opportunities + monthly internal CPD provided
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
* Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support
* A wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
For more information about this role please refer to the Job Description and Job Pack. At LCP, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.
Job Ref: 297307
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