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Speech and Language Therapist

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Teddington, TW11 0LRView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

18 October 2026

20 days left

Job description

Band 6 Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist - Richmond We are looking for Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists to join our innovative and success...

  • We welcome applicants with experience in working with children/young people with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs in early years, mainstream schools and special schools.
  • Our therapists also develop their skills by taking on responsibilities outside of direct caseload work to support the service - such as training, resource development, service design, audit and outreach.

  • **Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

Developmentand staff wellbeing

  • Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.
  • From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment.
  • Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.
  • We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Qualifications

Essential: - Degree or equivalent recognised professional qualification in Speech and Language Therapy; - HCPC Registered; - Member of RCSLT

Desirable: - Member of Clinical Excellence Network; - British Sign Language or Makaton qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of carrying out a range of specialist assessments and intervention
  • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
  • Experience of working with other professionals and an understanding of their roles
  • Experience of working in a range of paediatric settings
  • Experience with high and/or low-tech AAC

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Ability to write clear concise reports
  • Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
  • Ability to communicate advice to others effectively
  • Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical, evaluation and reflection skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group
  • Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance/audit
  • Well established knowledge of standards of record keeping

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

28 September 2026

Last checked

28 September 2026

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About the employer

KAR
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

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