Children's Specialist Speech & Language Therapist - Lead for Preschool
Job summary
The Hounslow Speech and Language Therapy Team are seeking a dynamic and experienced therapist to join as a Preschool Team Lead.
Hounslow Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service is a large well integrated team. We are committed to supporting staff in developing their skills and expertise.
We are able to offer:
- Peer support
- A comprehensive supervision and appraisal structure
- Both internal & external CPD opportunities
This role provides an opportunity to combine clinical leadership and service development alongside working with a small clinical caseload.
We are looking for an SLT who has some experience of managing and supporting staff and a keen interest in service development. A key part of the role will be to shape and deliver responsive, high-quality support to babies, children and young people with a range of speech language and communication needs (SLCN).
The SLT will work closely with the current SLT Team Leads and the service manager, and alongside the Occupational and Physiotherapy Team Leads.
For more information or an informal discussion please contact Uma Saimaruhan, Children's Service Manager, by emailing hrch.ctadminhub@nhs.net or phone 020 3808 3389.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside the Speech and Language Therapists (SLT) in Hounslow. This service is based within the Children's Therapy Service allowing close working relationships with the paediatric Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.
You will be based at Heart of Hounslow Centre for Health
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Details
Date posted
19 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£53,751 to £60,651 a year per annum inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
222-HOU-112-A
Job locations
Heart of Hounslow Health Centre
92 Bath Road
Hounslow
TW3 3LN
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree / diploma or other professional Speech and Language Therapy qualification
- Registered with HCPC
- MSc or equivalent post graduate study and training in specialist area
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Speech and Language Therapist working within specialist field (e.g. education settings)
- Experience of carrying out specialist assessments and intervention relevant to the client group
- Working with multi-agency/ disciplinary teams
- Extensive experience of supervising less experienced SLT's
- Experience of training others including parents/ caregivers in specialist area
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to write clear and concise reports
- Competent computer skills
- Extensive knowledge of assessing and using low-tech and high-tech AAC
- Established knowledge of the national policies and procedures relevant to the client group
- Leadership skills, including self-leadership
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage time and demonstrate prioritisation skills
- Highly developed negotiation and problem solving skills
- Able to manage competing demands/ priorities
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree / diploma or other professional Speech and Language Therapy qualification
- Registered with HCPC
- MSc or equivalent post graduate study and training in specialist area
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Speech and Language Therapist working within specialist field (e.g. education settings)
- Experience of carrying out specialist assessments and intervention relevant to the client group
- Working with multi-agency/ disciplinary teams
- Extensive experience of supervising less experienced SLT's
- Experience of training others including parents/ caregivers in specialist area
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to write clear and concise reports
- Competent computer skills
- Extensive knowledge of assessing and using low-tech and high-tech AAC
- Established knowledge of the national policies and procedures relevant to the client group
- Leadership skills, including self-leadership
Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage time and demonstrate prioritisation skills
- Highly developed negotiation and problem solving skills
- Able to manage competing demands/ priorities
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
Heart of Hounslow Health Centre
92 Bath Road
Hounslow
TW3 3LN
Employer's website
https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
Heart of Hounslow Health Centre
92 Bath Road
Hounslow
TW3 3LN
Employer's website
Salary range
- £53,751 - £60,651 per year