Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Salary: £29,970 to £44,962

Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Initially Cambridgeshire, then based in Brandon, Suffolk

Start Date: ASAP

Perks

• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
• 10 days of contractual sick pay
• Very competitive staff financial bonus scheme
• Employer pension contributions
• Regular team social events and complimentary lunches at team meetings
• Funding and support for Continued Professional Development (CPD)

Why You’ll Love It

We truly feel that this team is made up of THE MOST supportive and loveliest of individuals – we have made multiple hires for this team and every one of them adores their new job and time with their colleagues! Our client is a dedicated, independent Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy practice known for their warm and supportive approach. They work directly with families and children across Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, and nationally through teletherapy, providing essential therapy services to children with diverse needs. You’ll be joining a collaborative team focused on helping young children “find the fun in function,” and you’ll have the chance to truly make a difference in each child’s journey.

All About You

The role is ideal for a an experienced Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist (working at a band 5/6 level):

• You're a qualified speech and language therapist with HCPC registration and full membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Applications from overseas candidates may be accepted providing you already have HCPC registration in place.
• You must demonstrate that you are a great team player, you are able to work independently, you have a 'thinking outside the box' approach, and that you're happy to work with a range of people.
• You must have your own car and be confident to drive everyday in rural locations. There is parking on site at the clinic but mostly you will be travelling to the family's homes and schools.
• You will be initially travelling to schools and children's homes in the Cambridgeshire area, then based on-site in Brandon, Suffolk once the new clinic premises are complete (in about four months).
• You've got experience across various settings, such as children's homes, clinics, nurseries, and schools, or the confidence to work in these environments with minimal guidance.
• You're a strong communicator who has a collaborative spirit, able to work both independently and as a part of a team.

What Will You Be Doing

In this role, you’ll:

• Independently manage a caseload of children aged preschool through adolescence, who present with general communication difficulties and/or complex needs
• Conduct assessments, plan, and deliver speech and language therapy
• Work across a variety of settings, including home visits, clinics, nurseries, and schools, adapting to meet each child’s unique needs
• Engage with families, building strong rapport to facilitate positive therapy outcomes
• Rely on both your problem-solving skills and regular supervision to grow your expertise while taking responsibility for your caseload from day one

Reaching Your Potential

Our client offers regular supervision and comprehensive support to help you thrive in your role. You’ll have access to continuous professional development, opportunities for clinical skill-building, and a team committed to collaborative success and shared learning. Working here means you’ll have both the independence to lead your caseload and the resources to advance your skills to the next level.

Apply through our portal on our website or send us your CV direct to:

info@recruittherapists.co.uk

We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Recruit Therapists Ltd retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Recruit Therapists Ltd we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.