Children and Young Adult Speech & Language Therapist (Bank)
About this role
Children and Young Adult Speech & Language Therapist (Bank)
Position Overview
Job Title: Children and Young Adult Speech & Language Therapist (Bank)
Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Location: The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Harrow
Employment Type: Bank Shifts (As and when required to cover busy periods, annual leave, and staff absence)
Hourly Rate: Up to £45.00 per hour (commensurate with experience, training, and qualifications)
About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialize in connecting top-tier healthcare professionals with premier independent medical providers. We are proud to partner with Circle Health Group—Britain’s leading independent healthcare provider—to recruit a skilled and compassionate Children and Young Adult Speech & Language Therapist for the department at The Clementine Churchill Hospital in Harrow.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct detailed clinical assessments of speech, language, communication, and swallowing functions using specialized tools and techniques.
Develop and deliver evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual patient goals, including communication therapy and dysphagia management.
Monitor progress, adjust intervention plans to optimize outcomes, and maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with HCPC and RCSLT policies.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams—including medical staff, dietitians, physiotherapists, and psychologists—during ward rounds and care planning.
Provide expert education and support to patients, families, and carers regarding therapy strategies, communication aids, and safe swallowing practices.
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications: BSc (Hons) or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
Registration: Current, valid HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist, alongside membership with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
Experience: Essential proven experience working with Children and Young People (CYP), specifically dealing with speech delays and communication/swallowing disorders.
Desirable Criteria: Postgraduate training in dysphagia, background experience in acute hospital, neurorehabilitation, or critical care settings, and involvement in quality improvement or audit initiatives.
Skills: Strong clinical reasoning, independent decision-making, and exceptional communication abilities.
Pay & Benefits
Competitive Pay Rate: Earn up to £45.00 per hour.
Flexibility: Ideal for experienced speech and language therapists seeking flexible bank shifts to fit around other commitments while supporting a leading private hospital.
Culture & Values: Opportunity to work within Circle Health Group's vibrant, patient-focused environment grounded in strong core values and professional growth.