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Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Wallasey, CH445UF Posted 27 October 2026 Apply by 10 November 2026
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Salary for this role£49,387 – £56,515 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)

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Role description

Job summary

We are seeking applications for a Band 7 Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for supporting children within the mainstream school setting.

The role will involve leading on service developments within Wirral primary schools and supervising other members of the team working within schools.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a dynamic Speech and Language Therapist with excellent communication skills to join our Children's Community Speech and Language Therapy team. The role will involve leading on service developments and supervising other members of the team.

The post holder will work closely with all other members of the team, including more junior employees, where they will be expected to lead, supervise and delegate. The post holder will have experience working with children and young people within primary schools and will be confident in providing second opinions for children presenting with complex speech, language and communication needs. The post holder will demonstrate the ability to lead quality improvement projects.

You must have a Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification, be registered with the HCPC, and have relevant experience. The ability to drive and have access to a car is essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a proactive, friendly Speech and Language Therapy service with regular clinical team meetings and personal development planning to meet CPD needs, and with regular access to supervision. This is a forward thinking, driven team who are always looking for ways to improve the service and think creatively about intervention and different ways of working.

About us

HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU:

  • We have a strong support network for both clinical work and wellbeing. Wellbeing is a strong focus within our team and organisation, and we strive to support each other at all times.
  • We will provide opportunities to learn from highly experienced team members, including regular meetings and CPD sessions.
  • We will provide both clinical and management supervision.
  • We will provide opportunities for you to develop skills across a range of areas.
  • We have opportunities to access external training if relevant to your role.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

844-8203181

Job locations

Victoria Central Hospital

Mill Lane

Wallasey

CH445UF

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details on this exciting role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and professional training

Essential

  • SLT degree or recognised equivalent
  • Registered member of RCSLT
  • Registered member of HCPC
  • Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses

Desirable

  • Evidence of postgraduate study.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Minimum of 3 years qualified with relevant specialist experience
  • Experience of supervising / mentoring junior staff / students
  • Experience of training others in specialist area

Desirable

  • Experience of project management

Skills and attributes

Essential

  • Can demonstrate continuing professional development
  • Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech
  • Competent computer skills and ability to utilise Information Technology
  • Able to demonstrate good leadership and the abilities to motivate others

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Access to a car for work purposes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Central Hospital

Mill Lane

Wallasey

CH445UF

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/


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