Speech and Language Therapy Assistant in Ivybridge / Kingsbridge / Tavistock inIvybridge / Kingsbridge / Tavistock PUBLISHED TUE 11 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 4: £27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum pro rata
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Job description
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated part-time B4 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant.This post will bebased across West Devon areas of Ivybridge, Kingsbridge and Tavistock and will be part of the highly supportive Torbay, South and West Team, delivering a community speech and language therapy service to children and young people within clinic and education settings.Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) is the place to be! We are developing an innovative, integrated model of children's community services and looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly and dedicated locality and county-wide professional teams.As a large community service, you will be joining a strong, enthusiastic and supportive group of professionals who will be your peers, your phone a friend network and your inspiring colleagues. This provides a real sense of professional collaboration at work, that will be an asset to your daily work, your career development and your support network.Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) is the place to be!#CaretojoinusTSD
Main duties of the job
The Communication and Interaction pathway consists of Speech and Language Therapists working across Devon and Torbay.The aim of the team is to ensure that specialist support is easily accessible within the community settings, providing both direct support to children, young people and families, and to the wider community teams.Everyone in the team is provided with regular supervision, opportunities for training and developmentOther duties of the job include:To assist in the provision of the Speech and Language Therapy Service to children with speech, language and communication needs across the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.To include, but not limited to, assisting with the setting up and running of parent groups, children's groups, individual assessment and intervention, advice and target setting within settings/ home and developing resources and packages of care.To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate. The postholder will be involved in projecting a positive image of the service as all times, working independently within the framework of the service through receipt of regular supervision and the trust appraisal system.
About us
Why Work With UsChildren and Family Health Devon is a system-wide service that delivers an integrated, coordinated support model which wraps around the child, young person and family.It has been specifically designed to respond to all elements of the commissioner's strategy and specification along with the vision and strategic direction of the STP.It builds on our strong relationships across education, health, social care and voluntary sector services in Devon, and, most importantly, it has been developed and refined in partnership with children, young people and their families/ carers.
Details
Date posted
11 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-7589513-CFHD
Job location
sIvybridge Health Centre / South Hams Hospital (Kingsbridge) / The Quay (Tavistock)Station Road / Plymouth Road / Plymouth RoadIvybridge / Kingsbridge / TavistockPL21 0AJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy
Details
can be found on the attached
Job description
/
Person Specification
. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or
Person Specification
.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy
Details
can be found on the attached
Job description
/
Person Specification
.
Person Specification
Qualifications
and TrainingEssentialG.C.S.E in Maths and English (or equivalent)Foundation level degree/equivalent level 5 qualification in relevant areaDocumented evidence of training, knowledge and
Experience
in child development including the fundamentals of communication, communication breakdown and therapy procedures with specific reference to childrenDesirableKnowledge of Speech and Language Therapy and modification procedures, verbal and nonverbal methods of communicating; acquired through combination of formal training, short courses and
Experience
Qualification/Training in provision of direct intervention with a childRelevant
Experience
working within a Speech & Language Therapy teamKnowledge and
Experience
EssentialRelevant
Experience
of working with children and young people with speech, language and communication needs in community / education settingsRelevant
Experience
of working with Speech and Language Therapists
Experience
of working in a team
Experience
of working independently with a child/young person with speech, language and communication needs -following a programme set and modelled by a Speech and Language Therapist, to include recording progress and outcomes and
Experience
d in modifying the approach to meet the child's changing needs, in order to achieve the agreed outcome
Experience
of working with children and young people with autism
Experience
of working with children and young people with learning disability and complex needsEvidence of knowledge of professional boundaries - recognition of when to refer on to a qualified Speech and Language TherapistDesirableKnowledge of standards of record keeping including confidentiality
Experience
of working with families and carers of people with communication disability
Experience
of working within education settings
Experience
of innovative practice and involvement in a project or service that delivered this
Experience
of training others e.g. setting staff / parents
Experience
in relevant paid or voluntary work
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialRelevant
Experience
of working in a team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated part-time B4 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant.This post will bebased across West Devon areas of Ivybridge, Kingsbridge and Tavistock and will be part of the highly supportive Torbay, South and West Team, delivering a community speech and language therapy service to children and young people within clinic and education settings.Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) is the place to be! We are developing an innovative, integrated model of children's community services and looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly and dedicated locality and county-wide professional teams.As a large community service, you will be joining a strong, enthusiastic and supportive group of professionals who will be your peers, your phone a friend network and your inspiring colleagues. This provides a real sense of professional collaboration at work, that will be an asset to your daily work, your career development and your support network.Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) is the place to be!#CaretojoinusTSD
Main duties of the job
The Communication and Interaction pathway consists of Speech and Language Therapists working across Devon and Torbay.The aim of the team is to ensure that specialist support is easily accessible within the community settings, providing both direct support to children, young people and families, and to the wider community teams.Everyone in the team is provided with regular supervision, opportunities for training and developmentOther duties of the job include:To assist in the provision of the Speech and Language Therapy Service to children with speech, language and communication needs across the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.To include, but not limited to, assisting with the setting up and running of parent groups, children's groups, individual assessment and intervention, advice and target setting within settings/ home and developing resources and packages of care.To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate. The postholder will be involved in projecting a positive image of the service as all times, working independently within the framework of the service through receipt of regular supervision and the trust appraisal system.
About us
Why Work With UsChildren and Family Health Devon is a system-wide service that delivers an integrated, coordinated support model which wraps around the child, young person and family.It has been specifically designed to respond to all elements of the commissioner's strategy and specification along with the vision and strategic direction of the STP.It builds on our strong relationships across education, health, social care and voluntary sector services in Devon, and, most importantly, it has been developed and refined in partnership with children, young people and their families/ carers.
Details
Date posted
11 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
388-7589513-CFHD
Job location
sIvybridge Health Centre / South Hams Hospital (Kingsbridge) / The Quay (Tavistock)Station Road / Plymouth Road / Plymouth RoadIvybridge / Kingsbridge / TavistockPL21 0AJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy
Details
can be found on the attached
Job description
/
Person Specification
. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or
Person Specification
.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy
Details
can be found on the attached
Job description
/
Person Specification
.
Person Specification
Qualifications
and TrainingEssentialG.C.S.E in Maths and English (or equivalent)Foundation level degree/equivalent level 5 qualification in relevant areaDocumented evidence of training, knowledge and
Experience
in child development including the fundamentals of communication, communication breakdown and therapy procedures with specific reference to childrenDesirableKnowledge of Speech and Language Therapy and modification procedures, verbal and nonverbal methods of communicating; acquired through combination of formal training, short courses and
Experience
Qualification/Training in provision of direct intervention with a childRelevant
Experience
working within a Speech & Language Therapy teamKnowledge and
Experience
EssentialRelevant
Experience
of working with children and young people with speech, language and communication needs in community / education settingsRelevant
Experience
of working with Speech and Language Therapists
Experience
of working in a team
Experience
of working independently with a child/young person with speech, language and communication needs -following a programme set and modelled by a Speech and Language Therapist, to include recording progress and outcomes and
Experience
d in modifying the approach to meet the child's changing needs, in order to achieve the agreed outcome
Experience
of working with children and young people with autism
Experience
of working with children and young people with learning disability and complex needsEvidence of knowledge of professional boundaries - recognition of when to refer on to a qualified Speech and Language TherapistDesirableKnowledge of standards of record keeping including confidentiality
Experience
of working with families and carers of people with communication disability
Experience
of working within education settings
Experience
of innovative practice and involvement in a project or service that delivered this
Experience
of training others e.g. setting staff / parents
Experience
in relevant paid or voluntary work
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialRelevant
Experience
of working in a team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
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To work as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant in the UK, you'll need a combination of relevant skills, knowledge, and personal attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential since you'll be working closely with speech and language therapists, patients, and sometimes their families.
2. Interpersonal Skills: You should be able to build rapport with clients and convey information in a supportive and understanding manner. Empathy is crucial in this role.
3. Organizational Skills: You'll likely need to manage appointments, maintain records, and prepare materials for therapy sessions. Good organizational skills help in managing time and resources effectively.
4. Teamwork: Being able to work collaboratively within a healthcare team is important. You will assist speech and language therapists, so understanding team dynamics and being supportive is vital.
5. Problem-Solving Skills: You'll need to be able to think on your feet and adapt to various situations, as clients may present unique challenges.
6. Basic Knowledge of Speech and Language Disorders: A foundational understanding of speech, language, and communication needs, as well as common disorders, is essential. This may include knowledge of relevant techniques and therapy methods.
7. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients with communication difficulties can be challenging. Patience and resilience will help you stay focused and positive.
8. IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and software for documentation, scheduling, and communication is often necessary.
9. Attention to Detail: You'll need to be observant and precise, as small changes in a client's communication can significantly impact therapy progress.
10. Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing circumstances, including the needs of different clients and the demands of therapy sessions.
While it's not always required, having a relevant qualification (such as a Certificate in Supporting Individuals with Speech, Language and Communication Needs) or experience in a healthcare or educational setting can significantly enhance your employability in this field.
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