Speech And Language Therapist

Overview

Speech and Language Therapist –

Location:

Havering – Working Pattern:
On-site – Contract Type:
Temp / Ad-hoc – Pay Rate: £30-£50 per hour

We are seeking an experienced Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to provide specialist support for a year 11 student who holds an EHCP.

This role involves delivering targeted speech and language therapy within a school setting, including communication assessment, intervention planning, and joint working with vision specialists. You will play a key role in supporting the young person to access learning, develop functional communication skills, and build confidence within their sensory and social environment.

• Conduct an initial school visit to observe the young person in class and meet with the LSA supporting them.
• Deliver communication-focused workshops tailored to the young person s language and social-communication needs.
• Produce clear, structured written reports with intervention strategies, communication recommendations, and any necessary equipment or adaptations.
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and multidisciplinary professionals to ensure consistent communication support across settings.
• Maintain high-quality clinical documentation in line with professional, safeguarding, and organisational standards.

• BSc/MSc in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration (essential).
• Minimum 2 years  experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Strong understanding of social communication needs, ASD, and language development.
• Confident in assessment, report writing, and delivering workshops/training.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Professional indemnity and public liability insurance.

• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Experience working with visually impaired children or young people.
• Background supporting young people with ASD, sensory needs, or anxiety-related communication difficulties.
• Experience working in educational or specialist school settings.

• Consultancy position with flexible scheduling.
• All safeguarding and vetting checks must be completed before starting.
• Travel to school sites within Havering will be required