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East London, United Kingdom

Mainstream Primary Speech and Language Therapist

Counselor Above average in CounselingPart-Time

Listed compensation

£24 - £38/hr

  • 52%of Speech-Language Pathology listings state pay

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Job Description

  • Job Title: Paediatric Mainstream Speech and Language Therapist – East London
  • Banding: Band 6/7
  • Location: East London
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Salary/Rate: £24.00–£38.00 per hour
  • Working Hours: Part-time (2.5 days per week)

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) to join two mainstream primary schools in East London. This role offers the opportunity to work with children across Key Stages 1 and 2, supporting speech, language, and communication development in a mainstream setting.

The role is split between two schools located very close to each other, with 2 days in one school and 0.5 day in the other. Both schools provide a supportive environment and are easily accessible via public transport.

This position is ideal for a confident and experienced therapist who enjoys working in a varied mainstream school setting and is passionate about making a positive difference in children’s communication development.

Key Responsibilities

  • In this role, you will:
  • Assess, diagnose, and deliver individualised therapy for children with Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN).
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, school staff, and parents to implement effective interventions.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with professional standards.
  • Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and reviews as required.
  • Adapt therapy approaches to meet the needs of children in a mainstream school setting.

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).
  • Proven experience working with children in a mainstream educational setting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A flexible and proactive approach to managing a varied caseload.

Why Choose Pulse?

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Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a recognized degree in Speech and Language Therapy, along with HCPC registration and eligibility for RCSLT membership. Proven experience working with children in a mainstream educational setting is essential, alongside excellent communication skills and a flexible approach.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

AssessmentDiagnosisCollaborationIntervention ImplementationRecord KeepingAdaptabilityCaseload Management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Mainstream Primary Speech and Language Therapist at Pulse Healthcare a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Counseling — ranked against 13,338 active Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc.

Speech-Language Pathology — Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 57% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

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