Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist

An exciting opportunity to build your career as a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist in a supportive and dynamic team! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of school-aged children? Do you want to work in a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team where your professional development is a priority? Were looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join our dedicated service.

You will provide speech and language therapy to school aged pupils in mainstream schools as part of the Speech and Language Inclusion Partnership (SLIP) and specialist provision, and supporting children and families as part of our clinic and communities early years service. Base - St Martins Hospital, BA2 5RP
. We have 2 fixed-term 12 month positions available and we can be flexible with hours. For all enquiries please contact

Main Responsibilities:

Assessment and differential diagnosis of a childs communication difficulties

through the use of standardised assessments, reflection of auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of a childs communication, informal observation, specialist knowledge and consultation with parents and school staff. Highly developed auditory and perceptual skills. Skills in handling children with disabilities including making oral examinations. Specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgement/decision making for case management. Identification of appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance communicative effectiveness, and to develop and implement speech and language therapy treatment using information gained through assessment and to develop clear care plans based on evidence and the evaluation of outcomes.

To produce reports reflecting clinical knowledge regarding patients needs and summarising proposed care plans for parents, carers, school staff, educational psychologists and the local education department and medical staff including paediatricians. This may include

production of reports for education, health and care plans.

An exciting opportunity to build your career as a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist in a supportive and dynamic team! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of school-aged children? Do you want to work in a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team where your professional development is a priority? Were looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join our dedicated service.

Responsibilities include assessment and diagnosis of communication difficulties, developing care plans, and working with children in schools and communities. Essential qualifications include a Speech and Language Therapy Degree and Health Professions Council licence. This position offers opportunities for career growth and professional development.

HCRG Care Group is one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services. Established in 2006, they work with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services, focusing on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. They provide services such as adult and children community health services, urgent care, sexual health, and more. Committed to equal opportunities, they welcome diverse candidates and have facilities and adjustments for inclusivity.

Their mission is changing lives through transforming health and care, guided by values of caring, thinking, and doing.