Job Description

Speech and Language Therapist

London

Permanent

Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday, 08:30–17:00

£36,000–£42,500 per annum

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist looking to develop your skills and make a meaningful impact? If you have experience working with children and enjoy being part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

The Setting

A specialist paediatric therapy centre in the heart of London, delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions to children and young people aged 6 months to 25 years with speech, language, communication, feeding, and swallowing difficulties. The clinic operates within a strong multidisciplinary ethos and is led by a Clinic Director who is an internationally recognised Sensory Integration trainer and practitioner.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children with a range of speech, language, communication, and feeding needs, delivering high-quality assessments and evidence-based interventions
• Conduct comprehensive assessments using standardised tools, clinical observation, and parent and educator input
• Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based therapy plans with clearly defined, measurable goals, set in collaboration with families and caregivers
• Deliver therapy sessions in individual and group settings using age-appropriate, play-based, and structured approaches
• Produce clear, high-quality reports for EHCP, tribunal, and clinical purposes
• Communicate therapy plans and progress regularly to parents, caregivers, and education professionals
• Conduct online therapy sessions for clients unable to attend in person
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team including Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Educators, and Administrative Staff
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with HCPC standards
• Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection standards at all times

What We're Looking For

• A recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy (BSc or MSc), current HCPC registration, and RCSLT membership
• Previous experience working as an SLT with children in a clinical, school, or therapeutic setting — newly qualified therapists with a strong paediatric placement history are encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of child development and evidence-based paediatric interventions across speech, language, and communication needs
• Experience or interest in dysphagia, AAC, autism spectrum disorder, or working with children from diverse linguistic backgrounds is desirable
• Eligibility to work in the UK (sponsorship may be available)

Training and Development

• Comprehensive onboarding programme
• Ongoing clinical supervision from your Senior Speech and Language Therapist
• Exposure to Ayres Sensory Integration® principles and how they intersect with communication and feeding profiles
• Peer reflection and multidisciplinary learning opportunities
• CPD funding and support for specialist training, including dysphagia and AAC

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a 24/7 General Practitioner, available for you, your partner, and children
• 24/7 helpline for stress, personal issues, bereavement, and emotional support, including counselling sessions
• Financial support and confidential money advice services
• Legal Assistance — 24/7 legal support for personal legal issues
• Wellbeing resources including online wellbeing checks and mindfulness content
• Carer support for those caring for elderly or neurodiverse family members
• Fitness discounts, including access to over 3,600 health clubs
• Lifestyle discounts across a wide range of categories
• CPD funding and access to specialist training programmes