Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist

The closing date is 08 March 2026

A fabulous opportunity has arisen to work in our award-winning team. The South Children's Speech & Language therapy service is part of MPFT and provides a service to Blurton, Cannock, Rugeley and Lichfield, and surrounding areas. We also provide services to the University Hospital of North Midlands, as well as to a range of other commissioners in educational/care settings.

We are a nationally recognised team for leadership and excellence in prioritisation, developing universal and targeted approach and training. Our innovative Stoke speaks out (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). approach has won 17 national awards. Our North Staffs Risk Matrix prioritisation tool has been shared with over 20 NHS services and we have a strong local and national reputation for high quality.

This is a band 5 post with clinical responsibility for assessing, diagnosing & managing identified speech, language and communication delays/disorders in different community settings. The post offers the opportunity for active contribution to team working.

The service is needs led and is able to offer you:

• Opportunity to work with a wide range of speech, language & communication needs
• part of a supportive, positive & solution focused team
• regular clinical support groups, team meetings, team development days
• routine clinical/managerial supervision
• excellent training and development opportunities
• a friendly working environment & flexible working arrangements

• Assess, diagnose and manage the communication difficulties of children in different settings across South Staffordshire
• Advise and support parents/carers in their understanding of the communication difficulties diagnosed and the clinical decision made relating to treatment options that are offered.
• Work closely with Speech and Language Therapy colleagues in planning and delivering a service to meet the identified needs of the children referred to the service.
• Work with relevant medical, nursing, social and educational professionals either directly or indirectly to ensure that they understand a child's communication profile and that the best way to support a child's development is identified and agreed.
• Provide written programmes of work and reports for children on the case load as required
• Provide written reports to the Education Department when a Health and Education Plan is being developed.
• To represent the department by attending meetings in relation to children on the caseload.

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

For further information please contact Paula Simpson, Team Leader on

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more details.

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or pending for NQP) or equivalent post graduate qualification.
• HCPC registration (or pending registration for NQP)

• Paediatric speech and language therapy experience during training i.e. Clinical placement. Assessment and management of developmental speech, language and communication difficulties in children across different settings. Experience of working in community clinics.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team.

• Understanding of Information Governance, data protection, HCPC and RCSLT standards and safeguarding children.

• Ability to demonstrate commitment to team working.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to form effective working relationships with professionals internal and external to the organisation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to produce clear and accurate reports in a…