Speech & language therapy assistant (complex needs & community) Work, Jobs in London, Eng (with Salaries)

Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – Feeding & Complex Needs
Unlocking Language —East London
- £50,000 - £55,000 a year
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- School
- Annual leave
- Work from home
Speech and Language Therapy Clinical Lead
Surrey County Council —Woking
- £64,486 - £69,898 a year
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
1d
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust —Sidcup
- £45,953 - £54,254 a year
- Full-time
- Care plans
6d
Advanced Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (CHANT)
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £58,133 - £65,261 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing home
6d
Speech and Language Therapist
Whittington Health NHS Trust —London
- £38,488 - £46,852 a year
- Full-time
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- School
8d
Specialist Occupational Therapist - Community Stroke Rehabilitation
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £47,951 - £56,863 a year
- Full-time
- Rehabilitation centre
15h
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Surrey County Council —Woking
- £43,227 - £46,623 a year
- Part-time
- English
- Travel
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
7d
Lead Nurse for Special School Nursing & Mainstream School Training
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust —Abbey Wood
- £55,524 - £62,652 a year
- Part-time
- School
21h
Senior Staff Nurse
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £44,485 - £52,521 a year
- Full-time
- IT
- Care plans
- Communication skills
2d

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Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – Feeding & Complex Needs

Unlocking Language -
East London

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Job details

Part-time | Full-time
£50,000 - £55,000 a year

Benefits

Annual leave
Work from home

Qualifications

HCPC
Communication skills

Full job description

Pay: £50000 - £55000 (pro rata) per year

Job Category: Therapist

Job Type: Full Time Part Time

Job Location: East London

Job Purpose

To provide highly specialist assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for children with feeding, swallowing, and complex communication needs across community and clinic settings. The post holder will manage a complex caseload, support families and multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to service development.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Independently manage a specialist caseload of children with:
- Dysphagia (feeding and swallowing difficulties)
- Complex developmental needs (e.g. ASD, genetic conditions, neurological impairments)
- Communication difficulties associated with complex needs
Carry out comprehensive assessments in clinic, home, and community settings
Develop and implement evidence-based intervention plans for feeding and communication
Provide risk assessments and management plans for dysphagia
Deliver therapy through:
- Direct intervention
- Parent/carer coaching
- Training for school and care staff
Monitor, evaluate, and adjust intervention plans based on outcomes
Work closely with dietitians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, paediatricians, and education staff
Contribute to EHCPs, reports, and annual reviews
Attend and contribute to MDT meetings and case discussions
Provide specialist advice on feeding, nutrition, and communication strategies
Deliver training to:
- Parents and carers
- School and nursery staff
- Support staff and wider professionals
Provide clinical supervision and support to junior therapists, assistants, and students
Act as a source of expertise within feeding and complex needs

Essential Experience

Significant post-qualification experience (Band 6 or above)
Experience working with:
- Paediatric feeding and dysphagia
- Children with complex needs
Experience across community and/or clinic settings

Knowledge & Skills

Advanced knowledge of:
- Paediatric dysphagia assessment and management
- Complex communication needs
Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
Ability to work autonomously and prioritise workload
Excellent communication skills with families and professionals
Confidence delivering training and supervision

Key Features

Varied caseload
Be part of a collaborative SLT team
Structured supervision and support from experienced SLTs
Access to high-quality resources and team-wide CPD
Opportunity to make a tangible difference
Work from home days during half term holidays
12 weeks paid holiday*
Birthday Leave
Christmas and entire month of August off*
Termly CPD days plus training budget

subject to contract

We are Looking For Someone Who

Has recently qualified as a Speech and Language Therapist (HCPC registration required)
Is passionate about working with children and young people in diverse educational and community settings
Brings energy, empathy, and curiosity to their work
Values teamwork, reflection and continuous development

Why Join Unlocking Language?

We are committed to excellence and empowerment, not only for the children and families we support, but for our team too. As part of Unlocking Language, you will be part of a warm and growing company that invests in your professional journey and celebrates your contribution.

Location: Community and clinic-based (including schools, homes, and clinic settings) East London
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (pro rata) per year

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speech & language therapy assistant (complex needs & community) jobs in london, eng

Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – Feeding & Complex Needs

Speech and Language Therapy Clinical Lead

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Advanced Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (CHANT)

Speech and Language Therapist

Specialist Occupational Therapist - Community Stroke Rehabilitation

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Lead Nurse for Special School Nursing & Mainstream School Training

Senior Staff Nurse