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Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

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Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

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United Kingdom , Sheffield

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38682.00 - 46580.00 GBP / Year
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Permanent | 33.75 hours | Internal applicants only. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children with complex communication needs? We're looking for a dedicated Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our dynamic paediatric team. This specialist position offers clearly defined responsibilities and strong professional support. The post will primarily focus on Early Years and Mainstream settings, reflecting current service demands. However, as needs evolve, there will be opportunities to work across the wider paediatric team.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assess and plan care for children with SLCN/EDS, involving families in goal-setting
  • Provide specialist advice and contribute to EHCPs and professional reports
  • Adapt practice to individual needs, respecting cultural and linguistic diversity
  • Manage and prioritise own caseload using evidence-based approaches
  • Maintain accurate records and share information in line with data protection
  • Contribute to service evaluation and improvement initiatives

Requirements:

  • Registered member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists and Health Professions Council
  • Relevant professional qualification (1st degree level or equivalent)
  • Experience of working independently post completion of NQP competencies
  • Paediatric SLT experience from referral through to discharge across a range of clinical areas
  • Experience of providing reports and advice on client management to other health professionals, carers and non-specialist health colleagues
  • Experience of working within a culturally diverse demographic, and working with interpreters
  • In depth knowledge of a range of assessment tools and therapeutic interventions with SLC and/or EDS difficulties
  • Knowledge of national and local education and health policies and legislation relevant to client group
  • Knowledge and understanding of universal, targeted and specialist provision
  • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with an ability to manage specialist and complex caseload independently
  • Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance, audit and required standards of record keeping
  • Due to the requirement to undertake visits and transport non-portable equipment, the post holder is required to have access to their own transport
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in relation to liaison and joint working
  • Flexible approach to working practices
  • Resilience in coping with a busy, complex caseload, and carers/ professionals who are under emotional strain
  • Commitment to continued personal development and reflective practice
  • Commitment to equal opportunities in work and service delivery
  • Applicants must have current UK professional registration

Nice to have:

  • 2:1 BMed degree, or Distinction at Masters level
  • Experience of using an electronic patient record system such as System 1
  • Experience of participating in the development and delivery of training packages
  • If applying for Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Sessions - working towards or completion of RCSLT Proficient Level EDS Competencies
What we offer:
  • Generous annual leave and pension schemes
  • Health and wellbeing programmes
  • Exclusive discounts

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 13, 2026

Expiration:
February 17, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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