Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Shropshire & Telford Child Development Centres

Banding: Band 6/7
Location: Shrewsbury & Telford, Shropshire
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months
Salary: £27.50–£32.00 per hour
Working Hours: Part-time or Full-time

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join Child Development Centres across Shropshire and Telford on a locum basis. This is a 6-month opportunity suitable for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist, with part-time and full-time hours available.

The successful candidate will primarily work within Child Development Centres, supporting the assessment and diagnostic pathway for children and young people with suspected Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This is an excellent opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist with experience working with children and young people who have autism and/or complex communication needs. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing specialist Speech and Language Therapy expertise to the assessment and diagnosis process and supporting children and their families throughout their care journey.

The role will be based across the following locations:

Shropshire Child Development Centre
The Monkmoor Campus
Woodcote Way
Monkmoor
Shrewsbury
SY2 5SH
Tel: 01743 730131

Telford Child Development Centre
The Stepping Stones Centre
Brunel Road
Malinslee
Telford
Shropshire
TF3 2BF

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy input within Child Development Centres.

• Contribute to the assessment and diagnostic pathway for children and young people with suspected Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

• Assess children’s speech, language, communication and social communication needs.

• Provide specialist clinical observations and assessments to support multidisciplinary diagnostic decision-making.

• Work collaboratively with paediatricians, psychologists, nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

• Contribute to multidisciplinary assessments and case discussions.

• Provide clear clinical documentation and reports in line with professional standards.

• Communicate assessment findings and recommendations appropriately to families and other professionals.

• Support the development of appropriate recommendations and onward referrals where required.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.

• Provide a child-centred and family-focused approach throughout the assessment process.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).

• HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).

• Experience working with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or complex communication needs.