Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist- Lewisham
Pulse HealthcareLondon, England, United Kingdom · Posted Aug 27, 2025Description
Job Title: Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist – Lewisham, London
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: Lewisham
Start Date: ASAP
Hourly rate: £24.00-£32.00 an hour
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract Length: 12 weeks initially
Car Driver: Not essential – Lewisham is accessible via public transport
Job Overview
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join a dynamic team supporting children aged 5 to 18 across mainstream primary and secondary schools in Lewisham.
Based at the Kaleidoscope centre in Catford, this role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative and forward-thinking department dedicated to improving outcomes for children with a range of speech, language and communication needs.
This position is ideal for a therapist with experience in paediatrics who is confident working independently and contributing to multi-disciplinary approaches. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values innovation, reflective practice, and child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Independently assess, diagnose, manage, and evaluate outcomes for children with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties, including highly complex cases.
- Contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments and interventions that are child-centred and outcome-focused.
- Support the development and delivery of innovative therapy approaches and service models.
- Monitor progress and maintain evidence-based clinical practice, with sensitivity to cultural and linguistic diversity.
- Oversee your caseload, identifying areas of risk, emerging needs, and service development opportunities.
- Provide professional advice to support Education and Health Care Needs Assessments and Plans.
- Maintain professional accountability and supervise junior staff within clinical boundaries.
- Adhere to Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust protocols and service guidelines.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records and reports.
- Participate in clinical and safeguarding supervision.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
- HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
- Experience working with children and young people in educational settings.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A reflective and proactive approach to clinical practice and service improvement.
Why Choose Pulse?
From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.
How to Apply
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Reasonable Adjustments
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