Speech and Language Therapist

Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity to build your career as a Speech and Language Therapist in a supportive and dynamic team.

Saltway Centre, Pearl Road, Middleleaze Drive, Swindon, SN5 5TD

Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist – part‑time role, 22.5 hours per week.

• Assessment and differential diagnosis of a child’s communication difficulties using standardised assessments and informal observation.
• Apply highly developed auditory and perceptual skills to support therapy sessions.
• Handle children with disabilities, including performing oral examinations.
• Use specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgement and case management decisions.
• Identify and implement strategies to enhance communicative effectiveness; develop clear, evidence‑based treatment plans and evaluate outcomes.
• Produce clinical reports summarising care plans for parents, carers, school staff, healthcare professionals and local education authorities.

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent.
• Health Professions Council licence to practice.
• Knowledge and experience working with children with eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties.
• Knowledge of a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group and ability to compare relative benefits.
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals relevant to the client group.
• Knowledge of standards of record keeping.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – observation, listening and empathy.
• Negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent diplomacy skills.
• Demonstrates excellent analytical and reflective skills.
• Ability to be a good team member and work with other agencies.
• Well‑developed concentration skills.
• Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically.
• Experience working with children with speech, language and communication difficulties as an undergraduate.
• Experience developing relationships with staff from other agencies and management teams.

• Knowledge of Makaton.
• Experience working within mainstream and/or specialist provision.
• Experience delivering training.
• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy.
• Membership of relevant Special Interest Groups.

• Band 6 AfC Salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions.
• Membership of My Reward Hub, providing discounts on everyday purchases and cashback offers.
• Access to wages as they are earned to cover emergencies and avoid overdraft fees.
• Support for mental and physical wellbeing, including health recipes, activity challenges, and post‑trauma support.
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development.
• An open, just culture encouraging innovation with dedicated funding.
• Commitment to the highest clinical and quality standards, with many services rated “good” or “outstanding” by the Care Quality Commission.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident company, providing facilities and adjustments to support inclusion for all.