Band 6 Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist
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Job Summary
Join a Team That Puts People First
At Words First our mission is simple but powerful:
To support children and young people to achieve their full potential across education through high-quality evidence-based interdisciplinary therapy delivered with heart and soul.
We are an innovative forward-thinking company offering exceptional therapy services in schools across London and Greater London. Our vision is rooted in compassion clinical excellence and inclusion and our values shape everything we do:
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Child-Centred: We prioritise the best interests of the child in every decision.
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Evidence-Based: Our work is grounded in research and best practice.
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Flexibility: We tailor our services to meet the needs of each child and school.
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Teamwork: We build strong respectful relationships across our team and with the wider school community.
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Interdisciplinary Approach: We believe shared knowledge and collaboration between professions is key to meaningful impact.
We are now recruiting experienced passionate Speech and Language Therapists to join our welcoming diverse and highly supportive community.
Why Choose Words First
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A genuinely inclusive values-led company culture
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A diverse team of therapists from all over the world each bringing unique perspectives and expertise
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A strong sense of community and connection with regular socials and team events
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Access to mentoring peer support and interdisciplinary collaboration with Educational Psychologists Occupational Therapists and Counselors
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A thorough onboarding and induction process to help you thrive
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Ongoing career development training and opportunities to build a clinical specialism
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A wealth of shared resources and planning materials
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Visa sponsorship and relocation support for international therapists
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Generous annual leave and salaries aligned with Agenda for Change
About the Role:
Youll provide high quality specialist speech and language therapy services across up to 5 education settings. These settings may include Mainstream Primary and Secondary Schools and/or Specialist Schools in the clinical areas of Autism Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Learning Disability Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and other Complex Needs.
You will manage a caseload in your schools using evidence-based person-centred principles to assess plan implement and evaluate interventions for children and young people who present with a range of communication and literacy difficulties.
Youll work closely with school staff and colleagues to provide support at universal targeted and specialist levels.
What Were Looking For:
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3 years experience as a paediatric SaLT ideally in school settings
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Empathetic adaptable and a true team player
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Strong report writing and time management skills
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Eager to grow and develop a clinical specialism
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HCPC-registered (or in the process of registering)
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Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy
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Willing to undergo (or already hold) an enhanced DBS check (funded by Words First)
Words First is more than a workplace its a community where you can grow belong and make a real difference.
We recruit year-round and are currently hiring for January and April 2026 start dates.
Apply today we cant wait to meet you.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Acute Care
- HTTPS
- Speech Therapy
- Assistive Technologies
- Autism Experience
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Interpretation
- Patient Service Experience
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
About Us: Words First Ltd, an independent multi-disciplinary practice, is at the forefront of providing integrated SEN services to schools in and around London. With a dedicated team, including 90 Speech and Language Therapists, 25 Occupational Therapists, 4 Educational Psychologists, ... View more
