Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Southwest of England, Totnes Base, Community-Based Role

Company: Access to Communication Ltd

Salary: £29,000 – 35,000 Full-Time Equivalent

About Us: 

Access to Communication is a developing Speech and Language Therapy service located in Totnes, South Devon. Founded by Abi Lawton, a specialist in the field of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), we are dedicated to providing exceptional support for individuals with complex communication needs across the Southwest of England. We provide therapeutic services as a small team for a diverse range of clients. We are predominantly a paediatric service but do provide services to currently a small number of adult clients, particularly where AAC is their primary need for therapeutic input. We pride ourselves on providing our therapists with a balanced and manageable caseload to ensure our clients receive the best possible, individualised and bespoke care.

About the Role: 

We are looking for a dedicated Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join our dynamic team. You will be part of a supportive team, working under supervision while gaining valuable experience with a diverse range of clients. We work across a variety of settings, including specialist and mainstream education settings, nurseries, clients’ homes and day services. We also offer specialist clinical services, to independent education provisions with a high proportion of children/adolescents with complex communication needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, and provide treatment for a range of speech, language, and communication problems.
• Develop tailored therapy programs to meet the individual needs of our clients.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with our speech and language therapy assistant on joint cases.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive support.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date client records.
• Adhere to professional standards and regulations.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent qualification.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Registration with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients of all ages and their families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Basic IT skills to maintain digital client records and resource-making.
• Will need to be able to drive and willing to travel (and have a vehicle with business insurance to use for work purposes).
• This post is open to newly qualified applicants or Speech and Language Therapists with some clinical experience.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a manageable caseload to deliver high-quality, focused care.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Small, supportive team environment.
• Term-time-only role provides a great work-life balance.
• Regular team building
• Flexibility in using therapeutic approaches to suit client’s needs.
• Flexible working hours when available/possible
• Company phone and laptop provided.
• Therapy resources provided.
• Travel expenses paid.
• All mandatory training is provided, plus a choice of CPD courses each year based on clinical interest and needs of the company.
• Regular clinical supervisions

If you are a passionate and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals, we would love to hear from you.

Access to Communication is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications will be treated with confidentiality.

Licence/Certification:

• HCPC Registration (required)
• Registration with the RCSLT (required)
• Speech and Language Therapy degree (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)