Bank Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist – NE Surrey
Join HCRG Care Group as a Bank Senior Speech & Language Therapist. You will work at one of our Surrey‑wide office hubs with flexible/hybrid working. The role involves providing expert assessment, diagnosis, and evidence‑based interventions for children with complex speech, language and communication needs. You will collaborate with families, carers and a multidisciplinary team.
Job responsibilities
* Carrying out high‑quality school‑based assessments as part of the MDT for children and young people.
* Providing support, advice and accessible therapy programmes to children, families and carers.
* Sharing and receiving complex and sensitive information about children’s difficulties, progress and expectations.
* Attending, arranging and contributing specialist advice in multidisciplinary meetings.
* Planning, organising and managing therapy services, including supervision, appraisals and training of staff, students and carers.
* Delivering and adapting therapy interventions, both individual and group, across home, clinic and education settings, ensuring evidence‑based practice.
* Conducting and interpreting complex assessments, contributing to diagnoses, identifying therapy goals and making referrals where needed.
* Maintaining accurate written and electronic records, reports and documentation in line with professional and organisational standards.
* Demonstrating empathy and sensitivity in supporting families adjusting to their child’s condition.
* Applying clinical reasoning to assess needs, develop and adapt therapy/management plans, evaluate outcomes and ensure best practice.
* Participating in service development, audits and research projects to enhance clinical practice.
* Maintaining professional development and complying with HCPC and professional body requirements.
* Prioritising and managing caseloads, responding to urgent referrals and deputising for Band 7 as required.
Benefits and working arrangements
Flexible shift booking– self‑book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance.
Wagestream access– track and access earned wages anytime.
Professional growth– experience across services, free training and a network of professionals.
24/7 well‑being support– free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance and career coaching.
Innovative culture– contribute ideas, apply for funding and improve services.
Recognition & engagement– nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
Commitment to excellence– work with services rated “Good” or “Outstanding” by the Care Quality Commission.
Essential qualifications and experience
* Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent (post‑graduate diploma or MSc leading to HCPC registration).
* Knowledge and training in ASD strategies and interventions (e.g. PECS, SCERTS, ADOS).
* Health and Care Professions Council licence to practice (HCPC).
* Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
* Minimum of 2 years post‑qualification experience.
* Member of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network.
* Evidence of relevant postgraduate training, internal or external.
Desirable
* Knowledge or training in PCI, Hanen strategies, educational packages such as ELKLAN or WellComm, and signing e.g. Makaton.
* Demonstrable experience of working in the NHS.
Other requirements
Applicant must be a car driver.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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