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Speech & Language Therapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our small and growing paediatric team, delivering high-quality assessment, diagnosis and therapy for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). The role involves working across a variety of settings including our clinic, schools, nurseries and family homes, supporting children with a wide range of developmental speech, language and social communication differences. 

We are a child-centred, inclusive service committed to neuroaffirming, evidence-based practice and to supporting every therapist to develop professionally whilst maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist (Paediatrics)

Location: Petals Therapy Clinic, Earl Shilton / Hinckley, Leicestershire (LE9 / LE10), with community and school-based work. Current school contracts are based in Hinckley, Nuneaton and Rugby.

Reports to: Lead Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Salary: £32,500 – £48,500 (dependent on experience)

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Part-time and Term Time Only applications will also be considered (minimum 4 days per week).

Start Date: January 2027 (or as close to as possible) 

Essential Criteria

· BSc (Hons), or MSc qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.

· Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

· Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).

· Minimum of one year experience working with children and young people.

· Sound knowledge of a range of paediatric speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), including developmental language disorder, speech sound disorders and social communication differences.

· Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating evidence-based assessment and intervention programmes.

· Experience of supporting children using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), including visual supports, Makaton and/or communication devices where appropriate.

· Ability to produce high-quality clinical documentation, including assessment reports, intervention plans and outcome measures.

· Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, schools and other professionals.

· Ability to work autonomously, prioritise a varied caseload and manage time effectively.

· Commitment to person-centred, neuroaffirming and evidence-informed practice.

· Demonstrates high levels of professionalism, integrity and clinical reasoning.

· Commitment to continuing professional development and reflective practice.

· Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and the ability to work within professional, ethical and legal frameworks.

· Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel between clinic, schools and community settings.

· Right to work in the UK.

Desirable Criteria

· Experience working within independent practice, schools and/or community paediatric settings.

· Experience supporting autistic children and young people using neuroaffirming, strengths-based approaches.

· Experience supporting children with ADHD, developmental language disorder (DLD), speech sound disorders and/or social communication differences.

· Knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) legislation, including Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

· Experience contributing to EHCP assessments, annual reviews and multidisciplinary meetings.

· Experience delivering training, workshops or coaching to parents, school staff and other professionals.

· Familiarity with a range of standardised paediatric speech and language assessments.

· Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

· Interest in service development and contributing to the growth of an independent practice.

What We Offer

· Private healthcare cover.

· Free Parking 

· Generous annual leave with 30 days holiday plus an additional 10-day company shutdown over Christmas and New Year, allowing you to fully switch off and spend time with family and friends.

· Generous CPD with protected opportunities for professional development through both external courses and in-house learning.

· Regular clinical supervision, peer support and mentorship within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

· A genuine commitment to work-life balance. We recognise that life extends beyond work and offer flexible working arrangements, including reduced expectations during school holidays wherever possible.

· Autonomy to be the therapist you trained to be. We prioritise quality, child-centred care over unrealistic targets, allowing you the time and flexibility to deliver meaningful intervention based on clinical reasoning.

· A varied and rewarding caseload across clinic, schools and community settings, enabling you to build long-term relationships with children, families and education staff.

· The opportunity to help shape a growing independent practice. Your ideas, creativity and clinical expertise are genuinely valued, with opportunities to contribute to service development and new initiatives.

· Career progression based on your contribution, performance and aspirations, rather than fixed timeframes or organisational structures.

· Clinical freedom. You'll have the autonomy to use your professional judgement and deliver therapy that reflects best practice, rather than being restricted by service-driven pathways or arbitrary targets.

· A friendly, approachable and supportive team culture. We operate an open-door policy where questions are encouraged, ideas are welcomed and every member of the team is valued.

· Regular team socials and wellbeing events to celebrate successes, strengthen relationships and enjoy time together outside of the clinical environment.

Skills

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, schools and professionals.

· Strong clinical reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Ability to adapt assessment and intervention to meet the individual needs of each child and family.

· Ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload, balancing both clinical and administrative responsibilities effectively.

· Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and use initiative

· Ability to communicate complex clinical information clearly and accessibly through both verbal discussions and high-quality written reports.

· Confidence facilitating collaborative discussions, setting functional goals and supporting shared decision-making with families and professionals.

· Emotional resilience and professionalism when managing sensitive conversations or complex situations.

· A proactive, reflective approach to learning, service development and continuous quality improvement.

Additional Information

· This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List.

· Evidence of the right to work in the UK is required.

· The role involves travel between clinic, schools, homes and community settings; therefore a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

· Our work spans clinic, schools and community settings across Leicestershire and Warwickshire. As our service continues to grow, there may be opportunities to work across different locations, so flexibility and a willingness to travel are essential.

· Flexible working arrangements are available to support a healthy work-life balance.

· Regular clinical supervision, mentoring and continuing professional development opportunities are provided.

How to Apply

To apply, please download an Application Form listed below. Complete the form and send along with a copy of your CV to hello@petalstherapy.co.uk

Closing Date

Please apply as soon as possible. Applications will close once we have received a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Interviews are expected to take place from Mid November.