Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Band 5-6 Progressive Speech and Language Therapist
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New Opportunities in Children & Young People’s Therapies
Due to recent additional investment, Children & Young People’s Therapies at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust is excited to be able to offer brand new Speech and Language Therapist posts to support the development and delivery of the new Experts at Hand model.
Who We're Looking For
- Are you newly qualified and looking to start your first role as a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT)?
- Or an experienced Band 5 looking for a new opportunity, challenge and to develop specialist clinical skills?
- Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with SLCN?
We want to recruit enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 5 SLTs. All our B5 posts are progressive with a view of moving you to Band 6 after transition to full clinical autonomy.
Locations
We have posts available across Hertfordshire including Watford, St Albans, Waltham Cross, Stevenage, Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead and Hertford.
Important Dates
- Unsuccessful candidates within the last 6 months need not apply.*
- Interview date: 28th July 2026*
Role Description
As a Band 5 SLT, you will provide assessment and intervention to children and young people with a range of speech, language and communication needs. You will work across a variety of settings, from mainstream schools/ early years settings, to community clinics.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with education staff within settings
- Opportunity to work within special school settings alongside experienced therapists
- Develop clinical skills in areas such as ASD, DLD and speech disorders, and cleft palate
Support and Development
We have an excellent reputation for the support we provide to new graduates and returners. We offer:
- A 2 week induction period where you will have the opportunity to observe and shadow colleagues
- Regular clinical supervision as well as contact with your manager
- Access to a range of learning opportunities e.g. bitesize tutorials and CENs, including ASD and DLD
- Regular access to a Band 5 peer support group and a buddy
- Support from the SLT Professional Development Lead
- A well-established appraisal system
- Opportunities to work alongside other therapists/assistants to deliver evidence based episodes of care
- Joint working and second opinions from clinical specialists within the service
- HCT's award winning Preceptorship programme
Benefits
Working for HCT comes with a host of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. These include:
- Generous annual leave (27 days rising to 33)
- Flexible working arrangements to help balance personal and professional life, including generous carers leave (pro rata)
- Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 confidential support for personal or work-related issues
- Cycle to Work and Car Lease Schemes to make your commute healthier or easier
- Blue Light Card and NHS Discounts on a wide range of shopping, holidays, and services
- Health and wellbeing support, including free flu jabs, Physiotherapy referrals, eye care vouchers, and regular wellness clinics
- Occupational Pension Scheme with competitive benefits
- Enhanced sick pay above statutory entitlements
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Additional Compensation
In addition to the basic salary, the posts attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of basic salary subject to a minimum payment of £1,258 and a maximum payment of £2,122 per annum pro rata (pro rata where applicable and dependent on base location).
Diversity and Inclusion
We celebrate diversity and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds, ages, and communities to apply.
You’ve taken a fantastic first step by considering HCT. We’re excited about the possibility of welcoming you to our team and taking the next step in your journey with us.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Bernadette Shevlin
- Job title: Team Leader CYPT
- Email address: bernadette.shevlin@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 07827252347
Lyn Humphrey
Operational Manager, CYPT
07827 883686
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