Bank Speech & Language Therapist – SW Surrey
HCRG Care Group offers flexible‑first employment, a commitment to excellence, and opportunities for professional growth across multiple services. Join our team as a Bank Speech & Language Therapist. You will receive attractive hourly rates and a range of benefits including flexible shift booking, Wagestream access, professional growth opportunities, 24/7 well‑being support, an innovative culture, recognition & engagement, and commitment to excellence within our "Good" or "Outstanding" CQC‑rated services.
Main responsibilities
* Carry out high‑quality school‑based assessments as part of a multi‑disciplinary team for children and young people.
* Deliver high‑quality SLT assessments and interventions to preschool‑aged children.
* Collaborate with parents, carers, and the wider children’s workforce to create tailored care plans.
* Provide reports for Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
* Support service development and key performance targets.
* Supervise and guide SLT assistants and students.
* Plan and deliver training for carers and professionals to enhance understanding of SLCN.
* Participate in multi‑agency meetings and safeguarding case conferences as required.
Qualifications & experience
* Essential
* Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent (Post Graduate Diploma or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy leading to registration with HCPC).
* Knowledge or 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.
* Member of relevant Clinical Excellence Network.
* Specialist knowledge of assessments and interventions for the client group.
* Knowledge of national and local policies and procedures relevant to the client group and role.
* Awareness of policies and procedures relating to child protection.
* Experience managing own caseload and working effectively with a range of client groups.
* Desirable
* Knowledge/training in PCI, Hanen strategies.
* Knowledge/training in educational training packages (e.g. ELKLAN, WellComm).
* Knowledge/training in signing (e.g. Makaton).
* Demonstrable experience working in the NHS.
Other requirements: The successful applicant must have a car driver licence.
Person Specification
* Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent (Post Graduate Diploma or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy), HCPC licence to practice, membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, and membership of relevant Clinical Excellence Network.
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