Speech And Language Therapist

Blackstone Recruitment are working with a client based in West London who are recruiting for a Speech and Language Therapist on a permanent basis. 

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We are looking for a Band 6 speech and language therapist to join our team from January 2027! This is a mixed post, supporting children and young people in:

• mainstream primary schools across West London
• our clinic at Kite Studios W12

£39,875-£43,100 per annum – 11-month working year (August not worked)
Permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week)

Key Working Relationships
Speech and Language Therapy Colleagues, Administrative Staff, Education Staff,
Parents and Carers, Local Authority Staff and Casework Officers

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (SUMMARY INFORMATION)
The postholder will be an autonomous practitioner, working independently in managing
their own clinical caseload and delivering high-quality speech and language therapy
services to children and young people in the WLSLT clinic in Shepherd’s Bush and into
schools/education settings in West London. The postholder will be expected to work
collaboratively with children, parents/carers, colleagues in Education, and the
multidisciplinary team.

The post holder will provide clinical education and training to speech and language
therapy students and provide clinical supervision and support to junior SLTs and SLTAs
within the practice.
The postholder will work in line with WLSLT company policies and procedures and work
in the best interests of the company, reflecting company values.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities of the Role

1. Clinical Performance/Patient Care

Provide an efficient and effective speech and language therapy service, upholding the values and standards of West London Speech and Language Therapy Limited.

Demonstrate clinical expertise in assessing, treating and managing speech, language and communication difficulties in preschool and school-aged children.

Deliver appropriate interventions and evaluate outcomes.

Manage an independent clinical caseload, taking accountability for professional actions and accessing regular clinical supervision when required.

Take appropriate steps to resolve clinical issues before seeking further guidance.

Prioritise workloads effectively and manage diaries with creativity and flexibility.

Seek advice and guidance from management and experienced therapists when required.

Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and company policies.

Involve children and their families in planning and prioritising care plans wherever possible.

Analyse clinical and social information from multiple sources to inform assessments and develop appropriate care and treatment plans.

Apply evidence-based practice and outcome measures, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of current research and best practice.

Provide specialist advice and programmes to speech and language therapists, other professionals and parents on supporting children and young people with communication difficulties in educational settings.

Prepare detailed clinical reports demonstrating specialist knowledge of speech, language and communication difficulties.

Provide advice and recommendations to support statutory assessments and applications for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Liaise with other professionals, including NHS Speech and Language Therapy departments and voluntary agencies involved in a child's care.

Negotiate and collaborate with other professionals on complex case management, attending annual reviews, case conferences and other relevant meetings.

Develop innovative approaches to promote and improve children's and young people's communication skills within schools and educational settings.

Adhere to national child protection policies and safeguarding procedures.

Deliver an inclusive service that recognises and responds to the needs of children and families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Reflect on clinical practice and engage in professional development through peer discussions and clinical supervision.

2. Leadership

Provide clinical supervision to junior Speech and Language Therapists and Speech and Language Therapy Assistants (SLTAs), particularly those developing specialist skills.

Contribute to personal development plans (PDPs) and staff appraisals.

Provide clinical education, training and support to Speech and Language Therapy students.

3. Clinical Governance, Service Development and Improvement

Work in accordance with WLSLT company policies and procedures, acting in the best interests of the company.

Develop an understanding of clinical governance principles and their application to professional practice.

Adhere strictly to the WLSLT consent policy.

Contribute to service and policy development initiatives where appropriate.

Liaise with senior Speech and Language Therapists within the company to access specialist support, second opinions and clinical guidance.

Collaborate with professionals across Health, Education and Social Services, contributing to interagency and multidisciplinary meetings relating to children on the caseload.

Participate in projects as directed by company directors.

Contribute to service planning to ensure appropriate cover during staff absences.

Identify training needs within the team and support ongoing professional development.

Undertake risk assessments to ensure personal and client safety and improve service delivery.

Develop and implement quality assurance measures within the relevant area of practice.

Take initiative and implement short-term solutions when the service is under pressure

4. Research and Development

Participate in and propose research initiatives to raise the profile of the service and the Speech and Language Therapy profession.

Identify personal professional development needs and seek opportunities to maintain and enhance clinical skills and competencies.

Maintain a Personal Development Plan (PDP) through the appraisal framework, including objective setting, performance reviews and training needs.

Use reflective practice independently and with peers or mentors to identify strengths and areas for development.

Engage with relevant Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs) to share knowledge, develop clinical expertise and collaborate with professional colleagues.

Identify continuing professional development (CPD) requirements and adhere to local and national clinical guidelines and RCSLT quality standards.

Maintain registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Attend mandatory training courses as required.

Collect and provide research data when required.

5. Information Resources

Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical case notes and prepare reports in accordance with RCSLT and HCPC professional standards and company policies.

Comply with company policies and procedures to protect the confidentiality of information relating to clients, colleagues and the company.

Share information appropriately with relevant parties while adhering to data protection requirements

Accurately and regularly collect and update activity data, providing information promptly when requested by company directors and in accordance with company policies.

Support the definition and collation of data for service monitoring and clinical governance purposes.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of a centralised resource of specialist information and materials accessible to WLSLT colleagues.

6. Financial and Physical Resources

Monitor stock levels within the service area and request additional equipment when required.

Ensure the security, care and maintenance of equipment, maintaining appropriate infection control and safety standards.

Maintain IT security and ensure equipment and information resources are handled appropriately.

7. Freedom to Act

Independently manage and prioritise own clinical caseload.

Monitor and evaluate caseload activity, providing progress reports as required.

Take accountability for professional actions, recognising the limits of own competence and seeking advice when appropriate.

Work in accordance with company policies, national protocols, clinical guidelines and professional codes of conduct.

Work independently while participating in performance appraisals at predetermined intervals under the Individual Performance Framework.

Knowledge and Skills:

Communication and relationship skills

Excellent communication skills, including explaining the role of Speech and Language Therapists to students, volunteers, healthcare professionals, education staff, carers, clients and the general public.

Ability to communicate complex assessment findings and intervention plans clearly to clients, families, carers, professionals and external agencies.

Confidence contributing to review meetings, multidisciplinary discussions, case conferences and other meetings relating to client care.

Ability to collaborate with clients, families, carers and professionals to support shared decision-making and effective case management.

Effective liaison with school staff and senior leadership teams.

Ability to collaborate with education staff on curriculum planning and delivery, including adapting learning to meet the needs of school-aged children.

Empathy and sensitivity when communicating with clients, families, carers and colleagues, particularly where communication barriers exist.

Awareness of cultural and linguistic differences and their impact on communication and service delivery.

Ability to motivate clients, families, carers and professionals to engage effectively in the therapeutic process.

Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills across a range of situations.

Ability to handle initial complaints sensitively, resolve concerns where possible and escalate issues to the line manager when appropriate.

Ability to build positive, productive relationships with individuals experiencing stress or significant communication difficulties.

Strong clinical report-writing skills, demonstrating specialist knowledge and adherence to professional standards.

Ability to prepare written advice for statutory special educational needs assessments, clearly outlining the impact of speech, language and communication needs within educational settings and specifying and quantifying recommended provision.

Interviews taking place 2nd or 9th November where possible. 

Apply now or contact Kirsty at Blackstone Recruitment