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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 speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties in community healthcare settings. Requirements typically include a recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy, registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, strong clinical knowledge and eligibility to work in the UK. The successful candidate is expected to deliver evidence-based therapy, maintain accurate clinical records, work collaboratively with patients, families, schools and multidisciplinary teams, and manage an allocated caseload effectively. Excellent communication, organisation, safeguarding awareness and commitment to inclusive, patient-centred care are essential. Experience in NHS or community services is beneficial, while newly qualified therapists may be considered depending on the vacancy.
Can I work in the UK?
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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.
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About Central London Community Health Trust
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) is one of England’s largest community healthcare providers, delivering services across London and parts of Hertfordshire. Its teams provide community nursing, rehabilitation, health visiting, sexual health, therapy, specialist clinical and urgent care services outside traditional hospital settings. CLCH works closely with hospitals, general practitioners, local authorities, social care organisations and voluntary-sector partners to help people remain healthy and independent in their communities. The Trust employs a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professionals and promotes compassionate, inclusive and patient-focused care. Speech and language therapists contribute to multidisciplinary services supporting communication, swallowing, rehabilitation and long-term condition management. The organisation offers NHS employment benefits, professional development opportunities and experience in diverse, multicultural urban communities.