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Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
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Reference: 2440227
Job summary
Full time - 37.5 hours
Passionate about supporting children's communication and confident working with education staff?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 4 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join Bolton's Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Service.
In this role, you will work closely with Speech and Language Therapists, schools and families to support children and young people with speech, language and communication needs. You will deliver targeted interventions, contribute to training and support for educational staff, and help embed communication-friendly approaches within schools and other settings. Your work will directly influence children's ability to participate, learn and thrive.
Main duties of the job
As a valued member of our team, you will:
- Deliver targeted speech, language and communication interventions under the direction of qualified Speech and Language Therapists.
- Support children and young people in educational and community settings.
- Build positive relationships with schools, families and partner agencies.
- Contribute to the development of resources and programmes that support communication outcomes.
- Assist with the delivery of training and workshops to school staff and other professionals.
- Monitor progress, maintain accurate records and provide feedback to therapists.
This role offers the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, making a real difference to the lives of children and families across Bolton.
About us
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated provider of acute, intermediate and community health care serving the population of Bolton. This provides us with an opportunity for our services to work closely with our partners in primary care and the local authority to ensure a seamless service for our patients.
At Bolton Foundation Trust, our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure our patients receive the highest quality of Care, and we are guided by our Trust Values. We are proud that our Trust is a centre of excellence for maternity, neonatal and care for children, and that it has been rated as Good by the Quality Care Commission (CQC). This is in recognition of the patient experience and quality of care that our staff provide to patients. It is supported by our, Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professional Framework for Professional Practice.
Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
241-641CS-26
Job locations
Breightmet Health Centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6NT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for someone who:
- Has significant experience working as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant or in a closely related role.
- Has experience supporting children and young people with speech, language and communication needs.
- Has experience working collaboratively with schools and education staff.
- Is confident delivering interventions and adapting approaches to meet individual needs.
- Has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.
We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who:
- Have experience delivering training, workshops or presentations to school staff, parents or other professionals; or
- Can demonstrate a strong interest and clear commitment to developing skills in training delivery and workforce development.
Why join us?
In Bolton, we are committed to providing high-quality, child-centred services and supporting our staff to grow and develop. We offer:
- A supportive and experienced team environment.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Regular clinical support and supervision.
- The chance to influence and improve services for children and young people across Bolton.
- Flexible and collaborative ways of working.
If you are an experienced assistant who is passionate about children's communication and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for someone who:
- Has significant experience working as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant or in a closely related role.
- Has experience supporting children and young people with speech, language and communication needs.
- Has experience working collaboratively with schools and education staff.
- Is confident delivering interventions and adapting approaches to meet individual needs.
- Has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.
We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who:
- Have experience delivering training, workshops or presentations to school staff, parents or other professionals; or
- Can demonstrate a strong interest and clear commitment to developing skills in training delivery and workforce development.
Why join us?
In Bolton, we are committed to providing high-quality, child-centred services and supporting our staff to grow and develop. We offer:
- A supportive and experienced team environment.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Regular clinical support and supervision.
- The chance to influence and improve services for children and young people across Bolton.
- Flexible and collaborative ways of working.
If you are an experienced assistant who is passionate about children's communication and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children with SLCN
- Experience of working with families
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
- Experience of working under the instructions of a Speech and Language Therapist
Skills
Essential
- Highly developed communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good time management skills
- Able to work alone and as part of team
- Proficient IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum 5 GCSEs - grade C/ level 4 or above, or NVQ level 4/ BTEC
Desirable
- Elklan trained
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child development
Desirable
- Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to client group
Other
Essential
- Able to travel around the borough independently
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children with SLCN
- Experience of working with families
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
- Experience of working under the instructions of a Speech and Language Therapist
Skills
Essential
- Highly developed communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good time management skills
- Able to work alone and as part of team
- Proficient IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum 5 GCSEs - grade C/ level 4 or above, or NVQ level 4/ BTEC
Desirable
- Elklan trained
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of child development
Desirable
- Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to client group
Other
Essential
- Able to travel around the borough independently
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Breightmet Health Centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Breightmet Health Centre
Breightmet Fold Lane
Bolton
BL2 6NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)