Bank Speech & Language Therapist - Surrey

HCRG Care Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Surrey is seeking a Bank Speech & Language Therapist to assess and deliver interventions for preschool-aged children with communication needs. You will work flexibly, with responsibilities including high-quality assessments, collaboration with families, and support in service development. A recognized degree is essential, and experience in the NHS is preferred. This role offers an hourly rate of £18.71 and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible Shift Booking

Wagestream Access

Professional Growth

24/7 Well-being Support

Recognition & Engagement

Commitment to Excellence

Qualifications

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent.
• Health and Care Professions Council Licence to Practice (HCPC).
• Experience of managing own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality SLT assessments and interventions to preschool-aged children.
• Collaborate with parents to create tailored care plans.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings as required.

Skills

Knowledge of ASD strategies and interventions

Experience managing own caseload

Demonstrable experience of working in the NHS

Knowledge of national and local policies

Communication skills

Education

Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent

Job description

Vacancies Bank Speech & Language Therapist - Surrey

Job Introduction

Join our team as a Bank Speech & Language Therapist.

As well as the attractive hourly rates of pay, at HCRG Care Group you will benefit from:

• Flexible Shift Booking – Self-book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance for a better work-life balance.
• Wagestream Access – Track and access earned wages anytime, avoiding high-interest loans or overdrafts.
• Professional Growth – Gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network.
• 24/7 Well-being Support – Free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance, and career coaching.
• Innovative Culture – Share ideas, apply for national funding, and contribute to service improvements.
• Recognition & Engagement – Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
• Commitment to Excellence – Be part of a team with "Good" or "Outstanding" CQC-rated services.

Job Introduction

As aBand 5 Speech & Language Therapist within the preschool team, you will assess, diagnose, and deliver evidence-based interventions to children with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN).

You will play a vital role in empowering parents, carers, and professionals through training, support, and collaborative working.

Your work will primarily focus on children within early years settings such as nurseries, Family Hubs, and family homes.

Base

Our Children’s Community Health Team provision supports our Surrey-wide service, and you will be based at one of our Office Hubs across Surrey with the opportunity for hybrid working.

HCRG Care Group is a flexible-first employer, whilst you will have an office base, our teams are agile and work in flexible/hybrid arrangements.

Main Responsibilities

• Carrying out high-quality School Based assessments, as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) for children and young people
• Deliver high-quality SLT assessments and interventions to preschool-aged children.
• Collaborate with parents, carers, and the wider children’s workforce to create tailored care plans.
• Provide reports, including for Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Support service development and key performance targets.
• Supervise and guide SLT assistants and students.
• Plan and deliver training for carers and professionals to enhance understanding of SLCN.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and safeguarding case conferences as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent (Post Graduate Diploma or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy leading to registration with HCPC)
• Knowledge/training in ASD strategies and interventions e.g. PECS, SCERTS, ADOS
• Health and Care Professions Council Licence to Practice (HCPC)
• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Member of relevant Clinical Excellence Network
• Specialist knowledge of assessments and interventions for client group
• Knowledge of national and local policies and procedures relevant to client group and role.
• Awareness of policies and procedures relating to Child Protection
• Experience of managing own caseload and to work effectively with a range of client groups
• Knowledge/training in educational training packages e.g. ELKLAN, WellComm
• Demonstrable experience of working in the NHS

Other requirements: the successful applicant will need to be a car driver

Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.

Bank Speech & Language Therapist - Surrey

• Salary Hourly Rate of £18.71
• Frequency Hourly
• Job Reference HCRGCG/TP/24475/17895
• Contract Type Bank
• Closing Date 11 January, 2026
• Job Category HCRG - Allied Health Professionals
• Business Unit HCRG - Surrey 0-19
• Location South East Surrey, United Kingdom