Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Dysfluency, Selective Mutism, Bilingualism

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Words First Ltd is hiring passionate and skilled Band 6 therapists in the following areas of specialism:

• Band 6 – Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
• Band 6 – Dysfluency
• Band 6 – Selective Mutism
• Band 6 – Bilingualism

At Words First, we believe in making a difference in children's lives every single day through interdisciplinary, evidence-based, and heart-led therapy. Join a supportive team that values professional development, collaboration, and innovative service delivery.

Your Role as a Specialist Therapist

As a Band 6 Specialist Therapist at Words First, you will not only provide high-quality, child-centred therapy but also have the unique opportunity to lead and shape the clinical pathway for your area of expertise. Working alongside Highly Specialist Therapists and the Senior Team, you will ensure that Words First maintains its reputation for excellence while supporting your fellow therapists with training, supervision, and cutting-edge resources.

Your key responsibilities include:

Clinical Service Delivery – Provide expert assessment, intervention, and support for children within your area of specialism. Work closely with parents, educators, and other professionals to deliver outstanding therapy services.

Leading Your Clinical Pathway – Take ownership of your specialist pathway within Words First, driving excellence in clinical practice, training, and innovation. Ensure that therapists across the company have access to the latest research, evidence-based interventions, and high-quality resources. Work closely with the Senior Team to develop a clear strategy for service improvement, ensuring best practice is consistently applied. Represent Words First externally by engaging in CENs, research projects, and networking with specialists in your field.

Supervision & Mentorship – Guide and support junior therapists, providing specialist clinical supervision and second opinions. Help shape the skills and confidence of the next generation of therapists within Words First.

Training & Development – Deliver CPD sessions, masterclasses, and online training within your pathway. Lead Clinical Excellence Network (CEN) sessions to ensure therapists stay at the forefront of research and best practice.

Service Innovation & Research – Contribute to research projects, audits, and service development initiatives. Represent Words First in professional networks and CENs, ensuring our therapists have access to the latest evidence-based approaches.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Work alongside OTs, SALTs, and Educational Psychologists to provide holistic support to children and young people. Develop and implement interdisciplinary training and intervention models.

Why Join Words First?

✅ Supportive Work Environment – Be part of a close-knit team with mentorship, supervision, and a strong sense of belonging. ✅ Career Progression – Leadership opportunities within your pathway and a clear route for professional growth. ✅ Interdisciplinary Team – Work with like-minded professionals who share a passion for transforming children's lives.

If you're a motivated, forward-thinking therapist who wants to lead in their area of expertise while making a tangible impact, apply now and be part of the Words First family.