Locum Speech and Language Therapist

Job description

Locum Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) | South East London

2 Days per Week | £30- 35 per Hour | 6-Week Contract (Potential Extension)

Are you a passionate Locum Speech and Language Therapist looking for a rewarding locum opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives?

We are working with an established London-based charity dedicated to supporting children, young people and families experiencing social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges.

Through its school-based therapeutic programmes, the charity provides tailored support to children, working collaboratively with schools, families and wider professionals to help young people overcome barriers and reach their full potential.

We are currently seeking a Locum Speech and Language Therapist to provide support across a number of partner schools, predominantly in South London.

The Opportunity:

• Location: Mainly South London, with travel between partner schools.
• Hours: 2 days per week.
• Rate: Approximately £35 per hour.
• Duration: Initial 6-week contract.
• Potential for extension depending on requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individual and group speech and language therapy interventions.
• Assess children's communication and language needs.
• Support children with expressive and receptive language difficulties.
• Develop tailored therapy programmes and intervention strategies.
• Support social communication and interaction skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, carers and other professionals.
• Provide advice and practical strategies to help embed communication support within the classroom.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and complete relevant reports.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist.
• HCPC registration and relevant professional membership.
• Experience working with children and young people.
• Experience within mainstream schools, specialist education or community paediatrics.
• Knowledge of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
• Experience supporting children with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Strong assessment, intervention and report-writing skills.
• Confident working independently across multiple school settings.

Interested?

If you're a Speech and Language Therapist available for a new locum assignment and interested in working with a charity making a positive difference to children's lives, please submit an application.

Please get in touch with your CV, availability and expected hourly rate.

Reference 225783748