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Location
London, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
34,521 to 41,956 per year

About East London NHS Foundation Trust
They’re not just delivering care, they’re reshaping how it’s done across communities in East London. With £1.4 million in new funding, East London NHS Foundation Trust is building something bigger. Their Newham Speech and Language Therapy team has expanded, and they’re calling in passionate, people-first therapists to be part of this transformation. Whether you’re fresh from graduation or looking for meaningful growth, they’ll back your journey every step of the way.

Job details

Benefits

• Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship available for eligible candidates
• Structured preceptorship programme for new graduates, so you feel supported from day one
• Diverse caseloads in preschool, primary, and secondary schools
• Opportunities to deliver training to school staff and families
• Collaborative team environment focused on shared learning
• Ongoing career development through CPD and mentorship
• Flexible working across multiple sites to fit with your personal goals

Requirements

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or postgraduate equivalent
• HCPC registration with Licence to Practise
• Strong communication and listening skills that put people at ease
• Able to work closely with diverse children and families
• Confident using tech and writing clear reports
• Team spirit with a genuine passion for inclusive practice
• Keen interest in child development and early years
• Open to learning and growing across care groups
• Willing to travel between school sites in the borough

Salary Details

Starting from 34,521 and rising to 41,956 per year, based on NHS Band 5 scale and experience level.

About the Role

This is more than a first job. It’s a chance to find your voice as a newly qualified therapist while helping children find theirs. Working in schools across Newham, you’ll support kids who face communication challenges, and you’ll see firsthand how your work fuels confidence and progress in the classroom and beyond. You’ll learn by doing, grow alongside experienced professionals, and deliver real impact through a 3-tier service model that spans universal, targeted, and specialist interventions. Your ideas and creativity are welcome here. You’ll be supported, heard, and encouraged to lead change where it’s needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver speech therapy sessions in school settings that empower students
• Build strong working relationships with families, teachers, and colleagues
• Run group workshops and one-to-one interventions with measurable outcomes
• Tailor therapy plans using the latest assessments and evidence-based tools
• Create reports that reflect the voice and progress of each child
• Take part in reflective practice sessions and team case reviews
• Support staff development through training and consultation
• Actively contribute to the team’s vision for inclusive, impactful therapy services

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

All applicants will need to pass a DBS check due to the nature of working with children and young people.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They believe talent has no borders. The trust encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. They’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and included.

Employer Details

• Company Name: East London NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: London, United Kingdom
• Contact: recruitment@eastlondon.nhs.uk

Reference Number
NEW-SLT-JUN25

How To Apply
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