Speech Language Therapist jobs in Manchester

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) to join our multidisciplinary team. You will play a vital role in assessing, diagnosing, and delivering evidence-based interventions to children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN). Working closely with families, carers, educators, and other professionals, you will help ensure that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and communication assessments using standardised tools and observations
• Develop and deliver tailored therapy programmes for children and young people with a range of communication difficulties
• Provide advice, training, and consultation to parents, carers, teachers, and other professionals to support communication development in everyday settings
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues (psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, educators) to create integrated care plans
• Monitor and evaluate progress, adapting interventions as required
• Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records in line with professional and legal standards
• Contribute to service development, research, and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in regular supervision and continuing professional development activities

A full Job Description is available on request.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent)
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) (desirable)
• Experience working with children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs (experience in trauma, developmental delay, or special educational needs desirable)
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based interventions and approaches for SLCN
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with children, families, and professionals
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What We Offer

You’ll be part of an award winning mental health service that puts compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about creating a warm, supportive workplace where you can grow professionally and feel proud of the difference you make.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Optimise Health Plan
• Company pension
• Onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives
• Employee referral scheme
• Paid travel expenses
• Indemnity Insurance reimbursement (Pro Rata)
• Blue Light Discount eligibility

Pay: Up to £43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee mentoring programme
• Flexitime
• Free or subsidised travel
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Work from home

Work Location: On the road