Band 7 SALT Team Lead- Early Years

Cromwell Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced and motivated Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to lead our Early Years Community Clinics teamin Kent .This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role, make a measurable impact, and support the delivery of high-quality care to children and families.

We are looking for a professional who can combine leadership and advanced clinical skills with a passion for improving outcomes for children and their families. You will be confident in making clinical decisions, committed to continuous improvement, and able to inspire your team to deliver the highest standards of care.

About the Role

As Team Lead, you will provide clinical leadership, manage a highly specialist caseload, and ensure continued service development. You will work closely with therapists, assistants, families, and professionals to deliver evidence-based interventions for children with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Early Years Community Clinics team, ensuring service excellence.
• Manage complex caseloads and make highly specialist clinical decisions.
• Supervise and mentor therapists and assistants.
• Collaborate with parents, children, and young people to shape care pathways.
• Deliver specialist training to parents, professionals, and community stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge, registration, and adherence to HCPC and RCSLT standards.
• Develop local clinical guidelines informed by the latest evidence.

Essential Requirements:

• HCPC registration.
• RCSLT membership.
• Significant post-qualification experience working with children with SLCN.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.

Why Work with Cromwell Medical Staffing?

• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families.

To apply email kieron.wilson@cromwellmedical.com or call 02046025269