Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Central London Community Health Trust Speech and Language Therapy Assistant The closing date is 26 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Are you passionate about supporting people to rebuild their communication and swallowing following illness? We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join our friendly, supportive and innovative Adult Speech and Language Team . Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide both clinical and administrative support to Speech and Language Therapists across Integrated Neighbourhood pathways. This is an exciting opportunity to work with adults following illness and other neurological conditions, delivering rehabilitation programmes designed by qualified Speech and Language Therapists. You will manage your own delegated caseload, support individual and group therapy sessions, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care across Barnet. The role is community-based and offers variety and autonomy, with visits taking place in patients' own homes, community venues/clinics and healthcare settings across the borough. You will work closely with patients, families, therapists and the wider team to support people in achieving meaningful rehabilitation goals. We are looking for someone who is organised, adaptable and compassionate, with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for people affected by stroke and neurological conditions. Main duties of the job As a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant, you will: Deliver rehabilitation programmes delegated and supervised by qualified Speech and Language Therapists. Manage and prioritise a delegated caseload, monitoring patient progress and reporting changes or concerns appropriately. Support patients with communication and swallowing difficulties following illness and neurological conditions. Facilitate both individual and group therapy interventions in community settings. Support patients with aphasia and other communication impairments, including the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies and devices. Assist with the development and preparation of therapy resources, including culturally appropriate materials. Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to report writing and documentation. Provide administrative support to the Speech and Language Therapy team as required. Work independently within agreed competencies while recognising when to seek guidance from qualified therapists. About us We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us. What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments. Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community th