Job requirements
Essential
17 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of a range of Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions that are relevant to persons with a learning disability and meet the five good communication standards
- Knowledge
Knowledge of a range of Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions that are relevant to persons with a learning disability and eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties
- Knowledge
The ability to relate theoretical knowledge to clinical practice.
- Knowledge
Understanding of clinical governance to ensure high-quality care.
- Experience
Experience with an adult learning disability population either in a professional or volunteering capacity
- Experience
Administering a range of informal and formal assessments to formulate a diagnosis and plan speech and language therapy interventions.
- Experience
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and multi agency working
- Experience
Experience of using a range of therapy interventions and designing packages of care, based on assessment outcomes including those around mental capacity
- Qualifications
Recognised qualification in Speech Pathology & Therapy
- Qualifications
Registered member of HCPC
- Qualifications
Registered member of RCSLT
- Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills including the ability to adapt and adjust communication with people with a learning disability who have communication difficulties
- Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and spoken and presentation skills
- Skills & Abilities
Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team
- Skills & Abilities
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
- Skills & Abilities
Ability to work independently and autonomously
- Skills & Abilities
Evidence of the development in reflective analytical practise
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Providing audiology care to people with learning disabilities
- Knowledge
Good practice in the development of meaningful easy read material
- Knowledge
Understanding of the reasonable adjustments required by people with a learning disability to access effective health and social care.
- Experience
Experience of using known therapeutic interventions such as TEACCH, Pecs, objects of reference, sensory stories. social stories, informal AAC strategies
- Experience
Experience of informal or formal assessment and management of eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties
- Qualifications
Makaton (minimum foundation/ level 1-2 qualification)
Job summary
Are you inspired by helping adults with learning disabilities find their voice, make choices and participate more fully in everyday life? Do you want to start your career in a fun, friendly and highly supportive team of other speech and language therapists?
Join Your Healthcares Neurodevelopmental Service, part of an innovative not-for-profit social enterprise delivering high-quality NHS community services across Kingston and Richmond. Working within our specialist multidisciplinary team, you will help adults with learning disabilities overcome barriers to communication, increase their independence and access health and social care more effectively.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to assess and support adults with a range of communication needs. You will be supported to manage your own caseload, deliver evidence-informed, person-centred interventions, promote total communication and work closely with families, carers, residential and day services, and health and social care colleagues. With supervision from highly specialist Speech and Language Therapists, you will also develop competence in supporting people with eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties.
This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate or one with a current clinical role wanting to build specialist experience, contribute to inclusive services and make practical, meaningful differences to peoples communication, choice, safety and independence.
Main duties of the job
- Make a meaningful difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities.
- Develop specialist experience in communication assessment, intervention, total communication and accessible information.
- Build competence in supporting eating, drinking and swallowing needs under specialist supervision.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers, residential and day services, health professionals and social care colleagues
- Join a supportive service that values reflective practice, professional development, innovation and high-quality person-centred care.
This is a permanent post and is for 37.5 hours per week. The usual working hours are 9am- 5pm and will be Monday Friday.
You will be mostly based at Hollyfield Road in Surbiton or Sheridan house in Hampton Wick although you will also need to be able to travel to our other sites as needed.
We encourage you to discuss your flexibility needs with us before applying or during the interview process. While we may not be able to meet every request exactly, we promise to fully consider your needs and accommodate them where possible. Please note that flexible working options may vary depending on the role.
About us
At Your Healthcare CIC, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company, we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you to make a real impact.
Why Choose Us?
NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes
Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without delays
Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme and various staff discounts
Exceptional Staff Experience: Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback from staff and patients
Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds
Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter
Join Us Today
We are looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity, and community engagement. Join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore our career opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.
We recognise that applicants may choose to use AI as part of their application process. This is permitted, however please clearly state within your application where AI has been used.
Details
- Date posted: 14 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 5
- Salary: £36,943 to £44,900 a year inclusive of 15% HCAS
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: B9811-26-0052
- Job locations: Hollyfield House, 22 Hollyfield Road, Surbiton, KT5 9AL, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Your application should explain why you are applying for the post, how you believe you would contribute to working in this setting and demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the person specification.
When completing your application please refer to full Job Description - this can be found under supporting documents.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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This advert is for Speech & Language Therapist NDS with Your Healthcare CIC in Surbiton, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist role. The advertised salary is £36943.00 to £44900.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Nov 2026.
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