Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapists needed in Wandsworth

Location: London Borough of Wandsworth

Working Pattern: On Site / Community-Based

Contract Type: Temp / Ad‑Hoc

Pay Rate: To be confirmed and can be discussed

We are seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapists to support a Local Authority in Wandsworth by delivering specialist communication intervention for children with EHCPs who are currently without an educational placement. The role involves a blend of direct therapy, indirect support, and collaborative planning with families and professionals to ensure continuity of provision while children await suitable placements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to children with EHCPs in home or community settings.
• Deliver indirect intervention including programmes, coaching, and strategy support for families and carers.
• Carry out specialist communication assessments to inform ongoing provision and placement planning.
• Contribute clear, outcome‑focused updates for EHCP reviews and monitoring.
• Liaise with families, SEN teams, and external professionals to support high‑quality decision‑making around placement and provision.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and adhere to safeguarding and professional standards.

Requirements

• BSc/MSc in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration (essential).
• Minimum 2 years’ paediatric experience, ideally across community or education settings.
• Experience supporting children with SEND and contributing to EHCP processes.
• Strong assessment, therapy planning, and report‑writing skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Professional indemnity & public liability insurance.

Desirable

• RCSLT membership.
• Experience working with children out of school, in early years, mainstream, or specialist settings.
• Knowledge of autism, speech sound disorders, language disorder, or AAC.
• Experience delivering training or coaching to families or support staff.

Additional Information

• Consultancy position with flexible hours, varying according to each child’s needs.
• Travel within Wandsworth to homes or community settings may be required.
• All safeguarding and vetting checks must be completed prior to starting.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

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