Community Speech and Language Therapist (Complex Needs)

Permanent Children's centres

Job Description

Location: Northampton, Cambridgeshire or Hertfordshire

Grade: Any grade welcome to apply. Full training and career pathway to the next banding
are offered within this role.

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) or part-time options available

Salary: Competitive, based on experience. In house pay system.

Benefits: Comprehensive package focused on well-being and professional development including Bupa Medical Insurance and Mental Health Support.

Do you believe everyone deserves the chance to communicate and connect?

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with complex needs?

Join Powerful Voices, a specialist service committed to empowering young people through
exceptional speech and language therapy.

We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Community Speech and Language
Therapists to join our growing team in Northampton, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.

Whether you are an experienced Band 7 therapist, a Band 6 professional looking to grow,
or a newly qualified Band 5 with a passion for Complex Needs and AAC, we’d love to hear
from you!

Why Work With Us?

  • Innovative Care Models: Deliver impactful therapy through our need-led, impact-
    based approach at universal, targeted, and specialist levels.
  • Professional Growth: Access a robust CPD program and tailored training to enhance
    your expertise and skills. Grow system to help support your goals as a therapist.
  • Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, close-knit team dedicated to
    integrated working and mutual support. With fun social events throughout the year.
  • Career Advancement: Begin at Band 6 with a clear pathway to Band 7 and beyond.
    (there is a full pathway for every banding to develop)
  • Work-Life Flexibility: Full-time and part-time opportunities designed to suit your
    lifestyle and commitments.
  • Supervision: We have a full clinical supervision on board, peer supervision groups
    and meets.

The Role:

  • Deliver direct therapy and support for young people with complex needs across
    community and educational settings.
  • Plan and manage your own caseload and interventions to achieve measurable
    outcomes.
  • Supervise junior team members and support student training, fostering growth in
    others.
  • Play an active role in shaping and enhancing our integrated service delivery model.

What We Are Looking For:

  • A strong passion for working with children with complex needs and a belief in every
    child’s right to communicate.
  • Relevant qualifications and HCPC registration.
  • Experience or interest in AAC and integrated therapy models.
  • Flexibility to travel between community locations as needed.
    Perks and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary aligned with your experience and expertise.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and work-life balance.
  • Access to extensive training opportunities tailored to your areas of interest.
  • Your own work mobile, laptop, IPAD and Drivers note will be included as well as a
    bank of resources.
  • Social day activities with the team for team bonding.
  • All mileage within the role is claimable and in addition to wages.

At Powerful Voices, you’ll not only transform the lives of children but also grow your career
in a supportive and empowering environment.

Together, we can ensure every child has the opportunity to express themselves and thrive.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today by sending your CV and a cover letter to: office@powerfulvoices.co.uk

Let’s amplify the voices that need it most!

Job Start Date

24/01/2025

Salary Band

Band 5, Band 6, Band 7

Hours

Full time