Job Title: Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist Banding: Band 5 - Band 7 Location: Croydon Start: ASAP Job Type : Permanent Duration: Term-time only plus 2 weeks, with salary paid throughout school holidays Rate: £34K - £50K per annum, dependent on experience We are excited to announce that we are hiring for our esteemed client in Croydon If you are a dedicated and passionate Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in primary mainstream schools, this is the perfect role for you. Join a dynamic team where your skills and expertise will be valued, and you will have the chance to fulfil EHCP requirements and positively impact students' lives. Key Responsibilities: The Therapist will be responsible for carrying out formal and informal assessment of students and making diagnostic decisions, setting and evaluating aims and objectives regarding speech, language, and communication, and carrying out direct and indirect therapy interventions. They will work with others, including families, teaching staff, and other professionals, contribute to training, prioritise and manage caseload, and maintain best practice clinical standards as per RCSLT CQ live guidelines. Additionally, they will maintain a working knowledge of local policies and procedures and legal frameworks, carry out required administrative duties, work independently and access support as needed, contribute to the development of the practice, participate in service research and audit, and contribute to the supervision of assistants, students, and volunteers. The Therapist will also take independent responsibility for continuing professional development and maintaining up-to-date HCPC registration, and perform any other duties as discussed with the practice manager. Benefits: Regular clinical supervision Team social events CPD opportunities iPad with resources Private pension Salary paid throughout school holidays Qualifications and Experience: HCPC registration. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Experience in carrying out formal and informal assessments of students and making diagnostic decisions. Experience in direct and indirect therapy interventions. Experience in contributing to training. Knowledge of best practice clinical standards as per RCSLT CQ live guidelines. Why work with Pulse? From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource. How to Apply If you are interested in registering with us, would like to know more about this position, or simply discuss any other opportunities we have, we would love to hear from you by applying using the link below. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.