Location: London
Working Pattern: On‑site
Contract Type: Temporary / Ad‑hoc
We are seeking an experienced Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to support a London Local Authority with statutory Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments. This role involves completing specialist speech, language and communication assessments as part of the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) process.
You will provide high‑quality, evidence‑based recommendations to support children and young people's communication, interaction, speech, and language development, contributing to legally compliant, outcome‑focused EHCPs. The post requires close collaboration with schools, families, and multi‑disciplinary teams to ensure integrated and child‑centred provision.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct paediatric speech and language therapy assessments for children and young people undergoing statutory EHCNAs.
Produce clear, outcome‑focused reports and recommendations for inclusion in EHCPs.
Work collaboratively with schools, parents/carers, and Local Authority professionals.
Support annual reviews and contribute to ongoing EHCP processes where required.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date clinical records, ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and professional standards.Essential Requirements
BSc or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy.
HCPC registration (essential).
Minimum 2 years' post‑qualification experience working with children and young people with SEND.
Proven experience contributing to EHCPs within educational or clinical settings.
Strong assessment, report‑writing, and communication skills.
Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance.Desirable Experience
Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
Experience working across early years, mainstream, and specialist education settings.
Knowledge of speech sound disorders, developmental language disorder (DLD), autism, AAC, or social communication needs.
Experience delivering training or advice to education staff and families.Additional Information
Consultancy-based opportunity with flexible working arrangements.
Travel to schools and educational settings across London may be required.
All safeguarding and pre‑employment checks must be completed prior to starting.Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business / education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching and successfully complete all required vetting and safeguarding checks.
All professionals working with children and vulnerable young people have a responsibility to safeguard and promote their welfare