Belmont Recruitment are currently working with Preston based Childrens Therapy Service who are looking for a Band 5/6 Speech and Language Therapist to join them on a contract basis.

The SaLT team work with children and young people aged 0- 19 with well-developed and evidenced based pathways covering the needs of children with communication needs. The therapy team also work closely with colleagues in health, education, and social care to provide a genuinely child-centred service.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessment of need, intervention and treatment provision as indicated for a wide variety of conditions (this may include chronic, complex, disabling life limiting and challenging illnesses) within the area of speech and language therapy.

This is a 37.5hrs a week full time position, however part time applicants may also be considered.  3–6 month contract with potential extension opportunities.

Duties | Responsibilities:

• Multi-disciplinary/multi-agency collaborative working
• Safeguarding of children/adults and implementation of policy and procedures with evidence of training/updates
• Involvement in service improvement projects
• Knowledge of a range of therapy techniques and programmes

Pay rate: £20.00 - £25.00 per hour (depending on banding)

We also have other positions within mental health in the area that are waiting to be filled. For more information or to apply please contact Tom Goren at Belmont Recruitment.

The applicant must be qualified with the NMC to be considered for the position.

Why work with Belmont Recruitment?

• Free compliance (DBS + Training)
• 24hr support
• Single point of contact consultant
• Regular communication updates
• Referral benefit scheme