Band 6 - Speech and Language Therapist - Mixed Post

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Unlocking Language Band 6 - Speech and Language Therapist - Mixed Post

The closing date is 30 November 2026

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Job summary

Location: Southwark

Starting ASAP

This is an excellent opportunity for inexperienced band 6 to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work across clinic and school settings with a structured mix of clients and support:

• 3 days per week working in complex needs school setting (7-19 years) school, as part of an established SLT team

• 2 days per week working in clinic and with community clients, including children in mainstream schools and homes.

Main duties of the job

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

• 12 weeks paid holiday*

• Birthday Leave

• Christmas and entire month of August off*

• Termly CPD days plus training budget

*subject to contract

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,500 to £45,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Term time hours

Reference number

E0057-Band6-SLT

Job locations

Unit 3, 12 Pepper Street

London

E14 9RP

United Kingdom

Southwark Council

160 Tooley Street

LONDON

SE1 2QH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Role & Responsibilities

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will:

• Assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with a range of speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN).

• This is an Autism and complex needs setting (MLD secondary).

• Deliver therapy sessions on an individual and group basis, adapting interventions to suit the needs of students.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents, and other professionals to support student progress.

• Develop and implement communication strategies, including the use of AAC where appropriate.

• Write reports and contribute to EHCP reviews.

• Provide training and advice to school staff to help create a communication-friendly environment.

• Be part of a speech and language therapy team and MDT.

What Were Looking For

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist with a degree in Speech and Language Therapy.

• Experience working in a special school setting or with children with complex communication needs.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Knowledge and experience of AAC

• Has a minimum of 2 years experience

• Is passionate about working with children and young people in diverse educational and community settings

• Brings energy, empathy, and curiosity to their work

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Role & Responsibilities

As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will:

• Assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with a range of speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN).

• This is an Autism and complex needs setting (MLD secondary).

• Deliver therapy sessions on an individual and group basis, adapting interventions to suit the needs of students.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents, and other professionals to support student progress.

• Develop and implement communication strategies, including the use of AAC where appropriate.

• Write reports and contribute to EHCP reviews.

• Provide training and advice to school staff to help create a communication-friendly environment.

• Be part of a speech and language therapy team and MDT.

What Were Looking For

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist with a degree in Speech and Language Therapy.

• Experience working in a special school setting or with children with complex communication needs.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Knowledge and experience of AAC

• Has a minimum of 2 years experience

• Is passionate about working with children and young people in diverse educational and community settings

• Brings energy, empathy, and curiosity to their work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• At least an undergraduate or post graduate degree in speech therapy

Experience

Essential

• At least 18 - 24 months in a role as a speech therapist.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• At least an undergraduate or post graduate degree in speech therapy

Experience

Essential

• At least 18 - 24 months in a role as a speech therapist.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Unlocking Language

Address

Unit 3, 12 Pepper Street

London

E14 9RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.unlockinglanguage.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Unlocking Language

Address

Unit 3, 12 Pepper Street

London

E14 9RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.unlockinglanguage.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Speech Therapist

Madeleine Swan

[email protected]

02075369299

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,500 to £45,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Term time hours

Reference number

E0057-Band6-SLT

Job locations

Unit 3, 12 Pepper Street

London

E14 9RP

United Kingdom

Southwark Council

160 Tooley Street

LONDON

SE1 2QH

United Kingdom

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