We are looking to recruit a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to support children and young people with speech, language and communication needs across community settings. Working under the supervision of qualified Speech and Language Therapists, you will help deliver therapy programmes, support assessments, prepare resources, and work directly with children, families, nurseries and schools to encourage progress and engagement.
This is a varied and rewarding role that includes working with children individually and in groups, visiting schools and early years settings, and supporting families to understand and use speech and language strategies at home and in everyday activities. You will also contribute to record‑keeping and administrative tasks that support safe and effective care. The post is community‑based and involves lone working, with appropriate training and support provided.
In this role, you’ll play a vital part in helping children and young people develop their speech, language and communication skills. Working alongside qualified Speech and Language Therapists, you’ll support therapy sessions, deliver planned activities with individual children and groups, and help bring therapy programmes to life in homes, nurseries and schools. You’ll build positive relationships with children and families, demonstrate practical strategies they can use every day, and help ensure therapy continues beyond the clinic. You’ll also prepare resources, keep clear and accurate records, and work confidently in community settings, knowing you’re supported through training, supervision and a strong team around you.
Working in our Children’s Community Speech and Language Therapy team means being part of a supportive, friendly and dedicated service that is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people. You will work alongside experienced therapists and assistants who value teamwork, learning and shared problem‑solving, with access to regular supervision, training and development opportunities. As part of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an organisation that is proud to serve its local communities, places patients and families at the heart of care, and is committed to compassion, inclusion and continuous improvement.
Support qualified Speech and Language Therapists in the delivery of paediatric speech and language therapy services under supervision.
Assist with assessment activities through observation and informal assessment tasks as directed.
Deliver delegated individual and group therapy interventions following training and agreed treatment plans.
Prepare therapy resources and support the implementation of therapy programmes with children, families, nurseries and schools.
Undertake community‑based work, including school and nursery visits, working as a lone practitioner in line with Trust policies.
Communicate effectively with children, parents/carers and professionals, adapting communication to meet individual needs.
Provide timely feedback to supervising therapists and escalate concerns appropriately.
Maintain accurate clinical records, input data onto clinical systems, and complete associated administrative tasks.
Work in accordance with Trust policies, clinical governance, safeguarding and confidentiality requirements.
Participate in supervision, appraisal, mandatory training and continuing professional development.
