Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team for a fixed term of 12 months to cover mat leave.
We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and their families, and who wants to be part of a supportive and inclusive team.
We pride ourselves on reflective, neurodiversity-affirming, and strength-based care.
We balance clinical appointments with other responsibilities and allocate significant time for intervention in every role.
We prioritise support and clinical supervision. You will have an induction period with shadowing and joint sessions, as well as regular supervision and a Band 5 peer support group.
What our recent Band 5s said:
"I always thought I would work with adults until I did my placement here. Working with this team completely changed my mind. The support, knowledge and expertise amongst the whole team was astounding. Since starting as a Band 5, this has only continued, and I can't imagine any other team I would rather be a part of in my first job."
"When I started, I felt so supported by everyone. We regularly check in on each other which is not something I experienced previously outside of the NHS-the emphasis on wellbeing in this team is fab. I feel as if I can always ask for support from anyone. I would think anyone lucky to be in this team, made even better by team days having fun together."
Join Our Team: https://youtu.be/Pn2-EyoyDg8?feature=shared
Contact us at childsalt@nhft.nhs.uk if you would like more information.
Main duties of the job
The Children's Speech and Language Therapy Team provides assessment, treatment and advice to children and young adults aged 0-19 with a wide range of needs. We work in partnership with families, other health professionals and colleagues in education to maintain a holistic approach to the management of the child.
We have a designated wellbeing team within Children's SLT who help us to keep the wellbeing of all our team high on the agenda. The Wellbeing Team regularly organise talks and events which are well received by all our department.
You will be surrounded by experienced therapists who can offer weekly mentoring and on the job coaching, along with access to formal CPD opportunities so you can build your knowledge in a specific area of interest as your career progresses.
Colleagues in our team were previously shortlisted for two categories at our NHFT Quality Awards.
A car driver is essential. We will require sight of your full driving licence at interview.
About us
NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.
Details Date posted
25 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
270-TG247-ACS
Job locations
St Mary's Hospital
Kettering
NN15 7PW
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Recognised SLT Degree or equivalent
* RCSLT member
* HCPC registration
Desirable
* Attendance at CEN/ additional training course to further develop learning
Experience Essential
* Relevant work experience working with a range of client groups
* Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Involving parents/carers in the therapy process
* Experience of clinical patient record systems
Desirable
* Involvement in planning or delivering training
Skills and knowledge Essential
* Relevant skills developed from work experience
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Shows some knowledge of range of formal and informal assessments
* Knowledge of therapeutic approaches for use with a range of different children
Desirable
* Knowledge of neurodiversity affirming practices
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Recognised SLT Degree or equivalent
* RCSLT member
* HCPC registration
Desirable
* Attendance at CEN/ additional training course to further develop learning
Experience Essential
* Relevant work experience working with a range of client groups
* Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Involving parents/carers in the therapy process
* Experience of clinical patient record systems
Desirable
* Involvement in planning or delivering training
Skills and knowledge Essential
* Relevant skills developed from work experience
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Shows some knowledge of range of formal and informal assessments
* Knowledge of therapeutic approaches for use with a range of different children
Desirable
* Knowledge of neurodiversity affirming practices
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
St Mary's Hospital
Kettering
NN15 7PW
Employer's website
https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
St Mary's Hospital
Kettering
NN15 7PW
Employer's website
https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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