Speech and Language Therapist

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We are currently recruiting for a Speech and Language Therapist to work on a locum basis in East/South East London. Please see details of the role below:

Role: Speech and Language Therapist – Paediatric / Education
Days: 3 days per week
Hours: 21 hours per week
Pay: £30 per hour
Start: September 2026
Length: July 2027 – full academic year, term time only

Additional Info:
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to work across two educational settings, offering a varied caseload across specialist and mainstream education.

The role will involve:

• 1 day per week at a college supporting students aged 14–18 within a SEN setting
• 2 days per week across two mainstream primary school campuses, both with SEND provision

You will work closely with education staff, families and the wider multidisciplinary team to assess and support children and young people with a range of speech, language and communication needs. This is a great opportunity for an SLT who enjoys working across different educational environments and managing a varied paediatric caseload.

Requirements:

• HCPC registration
• Right to Work in the UK
• Previous paediatric Speech and Language Therapy experience
• Experience working within education/SEND settings is desirable
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary working skills
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites

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Applying for roles:
To apply for this role or discuss other Therapy opportunities across the UK, please contact:

Emma Bater – Client Partnership Manager
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