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Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Practitioner

Nelft Nhs Foundation Trust
£27,485 - £30,162 a year
London, England
Full time
3 weeks ago
Are you looking for a role that offers purpose, flexibility, and the chance to make a real difference? At NELFT NHS Foundation Trust , we’re excited to offer an opportunity that could be just what you’re looking for.

We’re currently seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Service in Redbridge . Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we welcome your passion and dedication.

Why Choose NELFT?

Flexible Working : We understand life is busy. Let us know your needs, and we’ll do our best to tailor a working arrangement that suits you.
Vibrant Location : Redbridge is a fantastic place to live and work, with a thriving community, excellent amenities, and superb transport links — including easy access to central London via the Elizabeth Line.
Supportive Environment : Be part of a team that values collaboration, growth, and making a positive impact in children’s lives.

Discover more about our services and what makes Redbridge special by visiting our careers website: www.careers.nelft.nhs.uk.

Speech and Language Therapy assistants are core to the efficient service delivery that we provide to children, young people and their families.

As a Speech and Language Therapy assistant in our service, you will support the delivery of care to children, young people and their families.

You will be working within our well-established, supportive and diverse team. You will be supporting with delivering groups, interventions and training to families and education staff, as well supporting with resources and administration tasks. There may also be opportunities to work in other areas of the service as needed. We are an innovative service that constantly adapts to meet the needs of our service users.

Speech and Language Therapy assistants are core to the efficient service delivery that we provide to children, young people and their families.

As a Speech and Language Therapy assistant in our service, you will support the delivery of care to children, young people and their families.

You will be working within our well-established, supportive and diverse team. You will be supporting with delivering groups, interventions and training to families and education staff, as well supporting with resources and administration tasks. There may also be opportunities to work in other areas of the service as needed. We are an innovative service that constantly adapts to meet the needs of our service users.

Starting with NELFT

NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.

Probationary Period

This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).

High-Cost Area Supplement

This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,714 and a maximum payment of £5,941) pro rata for part time staff.

Certificates of Sponsorship

Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points based system

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.

We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.

We ask that applicants have at least 3 years experience of working with children within a nursery, pre-school or school setting and a knowledge of planning and target setting for speech and language.

We offer:
A well-developed supervision and appraisal structure (including monthly supervision with a named therapist and annual appraisals)
A team of friendly, supportive colleagues with a range of specialist knowledge
Access to a base with opportunities for frequent contact with other therapists
Monthly speech and language team meetings to discuss current matters and keep up-to-date with changes in the services
Access to internal training and continuing professional development
Flexible working hours and arrangements

Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
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