Speech and Language Therapy Support Worker

Job overview

We are recruiting to an exciting new Community ELSEC – Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Enhanced Programme. This programme will strengthen early identification, intervention delivery, and whole‑system support for children with SLCN.

Available Posts

• Band 4 Support Roles – 3.69 WTE(SLC Support Workers / Community Nursery Nurses)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality SLCN assessments and interventions (Band 7)
• Support the delivery of group and individual sessions (Band 4)
• Work in partnership with families, early years settings, schools, and Health colleagues
• Contribute to training, upskilling, and building confidence in the wider workforce
• Support the evaluation and development of the enhanced model

About You

We welcome applicants who are:

• Experienced early years support workers (Band 4)
• Skilled in supporting children with speech, language and communication needs
• Passionate about early intervention and prevention
• Creative, solution‑focused, and confident working across systems
• Strong team players with excellent communication skills

What We Offer

• Opportunities to influence system‑wide SLCN improvements
• Regular supervision and professional development
• A supportive and ambitious multi‑disciplinary team environment

Contract: Fixed term until 31 March 2027 Location: Community locality teams Apply via: NHS Jobs – [insert link] Informal enquiries: Alex Horsfall ELSEC Project Manager [email protected]

Main duties of the job

The postholders will work within the Community ELSEC Team delivering SALT screening and interventions to children  in family hub / educational settings. You will also support the training of other staff  in the use of the identified tools across the identified partner settings across Bradford.

The post holders will work across the city, supporting hub staff, parents and others in developing skills and confidence to support the speech, language and communication development of children and young people in Bradford.

Closing-  12th April 2026

Shortlisting-  14th April 2026

Interview- 21st April 2026

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.