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Speech and Language Therapist
Role summary
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The Speech and Language Therapist assesses, diagnoses and treats children or adults with communication, speech, language, eating and swallowing difficulties. Requirements typically include a degree in Speech and Language Therapy, registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, eligibility for relevant professional membership, and appropriate clinical experience. The successful candidate is expected to provide evidence-based therapy, create individual care plans, work closely with families, schools and multidisciplinary teams, maintain accurate clinical records, and contribute to service development. Strong communication, organisation, safeguarding awareness and the ability to work independently across community settings are important. A driving licence may be required depending on the caseload and travel arrangements.
Can I work in the UK?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: NHS nurses, doctors and allied health get a Health and Care Worker visa (about 3 weeks, no health surcharge); care workers lost this route on 22 July 2025.
Before you apply: Nurses, doctors and most allied health staff must be registered or licensed locally before they start: expect checks on your degree and licence, often an English test, and often an exam or an assessment. Ask the employer who handles it and how long it takes. Most pharma and device office jobs do not need it.
Watch for: Pay follows the NHS pay bands and is usually at least GBP 25,000. Nurses and allied health also need UK professional registration; care workers cannot be sponsored from abroad.
Official source: GOV.UK: Health and Care Worker visa, your job. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Healthcare jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Registration | Join the Nursing and Midwifery Council register: English language rules and a Test of Competence |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee GBP 324 (up to 3 years) or GBP 628 (longer); no health surcharge on this visa |
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the UK
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About HCRG Care Group
HCRG Care Group is a UK-based provider of health and social care services, working in partnership with the NHS, local authorities and other public-sector organisations. Its services span community healthcare, children’s services, adult social care, rehabilitation, public health and specialist clinical support. The organisation employs multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, nurses, doctors, support workers and administrative professionals, delivering care in clinics, hospitals, schools and people’s homes. HCRG Care Group focuses on accessible, personalised care and on supporting people to remain independent in their communities. Employees generally work across integrated services and are expected to demonstrate compassion, professionalism, safeguarding awareness and a commitment to improving outcomes. Exact responsibilities, benefits and employment terms vary by contract and local service.