At Speech Leap, you’ll be joining a friendly, creative team who genuinely enjoy working together. It’s a place where therapists are supported, valued, and nurtured to grow. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next step, you’ll be surrounded by colleagues who champion one another, prioritise continuous learning, and are committed to making a meaningful difference to children and families every day.
Built on Relationships
We’re proud of the supportive, collaborative culture we’ve created. Our team shares ideas openly, learns from one another, and creates space for reflection, innovation and professional development.
Our therapists carry consistent caseloads and deliver weekly therapy, building strong relationships and seeing the impact of their work over time, something many in our team tell us they truly value about working at Speech Leap.
Wellbeing is a genuine priority for us. We believe therapists should feel listened to, motivated, and encouraged as they develop both professionally and personally.
Beginning your career as a Speech and Language Therapist is an exciting but often daunting time. At Speech Leap, we provide a structured and comprehensive package of support for Newly Qualified Practitioners, helping you feel confident and well-prepared as you transition from student to clinician.
Our NQP programme includes:
Regular clinical supervision
Dedicated line management support
A 12-month SLT-specific preceptorship programme
Joint working and shadowing opportunities
Protected time for reflection and professional thinking
Ongoing CPD sessions embedded throughout the year
A gradual and supported transition into independent practice
For experienced therapists, Speech Leap offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative, forward-thinking team, where your ideas are valued and your clinical expertise is trusted.
Clinical autonomy within a supportive framework
Opportunities to develop specialist interests
Regular, high-quality supervision and mentoring
Dedicated CPD time and peer learning opportunities
The chance to mentor and support less experienced therapists
A manageable caseload that allows for meaningful therapeutic relationships
Flexible working options to support balance and sustainability
We are committed to providing a positive, supportive, and enjoyable place to work. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:
• The opportunity to work for an innovative and growing practice
• Ongoing clinical supervision and leadership support
• A thorough and welcoming induction programme
• 9 weeks’ annual leave, including Christmas and August shutdown
• A modern office space with access to a wide range of assessments and resources
• A comprehensive annual CPD programme
• Structured career and pay progression
• Dedicated team and admin afternoons every Tuesday and Thursday
• Flexible working options where possible
• Regular team socials, planned and funded by us
• A personal laptop and mobile phone
• Pension scheme
Salary is dependent on role and experience.
To join Speech Leap, you will need:
• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registration with both RCSLT and HCPC
• An enhanced DBS (applied for following appointment)
• A Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
We are looking for therapists who are:
• Warm and approachable
• Reflective and committed to ongoing development
• Passionate about child-centred, neurodiversity-affirming practice
• Collaborative and supportive of colleagues
• Enthusiastic about making a genuine difference
We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we work with. We welcome applications from therapists of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are continually working to ensure Speech Leap is a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to develop with confidence.
Inclusion, diversity and belonging are active conversations within our team, shaping how we support both our staff and the children, families, and schools we work with.
I love working at Speech Leap and being part of such a supportive, passionate, and caring team. Everyone is so knowledgeable and always ready to help, creating a positive and collaborative atmosphere. I really appreciate the training opportunities we receive; they help us keep learning and provide the best possible tailored therapy for the many children we support, always putting the child’s best interests first. Being in a team that values growth helps us become the therapists we aim to be.
Lianne
Speech Leap provides an empowering, supportive and motivating space to support your development as a therapist, wherever you are on your career journey. I'm incredibly grateful for the development and growth I've made at Speech Leap as a Speech and Language Therapist. From evidence-based training in therapy interventions to bespoke clinical supervision training for professional development, opportunities for growth are always encouraged. I love working alongside such an inspiring team who are passionate about becoming the best therapists they can be.
Becky
Speech Leap provides a supportive and collaborative environment where I can work alongside experienced and passionate therapists who are committed to delivering child-centred interventions. As a newly qualified practitioner (NQP), I feel well supported through regular supervision and opportunities for whole-team case discussions. I am grateful for the opportunity to grow within such an inspiring team and continue to building on my clinical skills.
Gina
We don’t always advertise roles, but we’re always keen to hear from passionate therapists who share our values. Whether you’re ready to apply or would simply like to find out more, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
To join Speech Leap, you’ll need a recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy and current registration with both the HCPC and RCSLT. You’ll also need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as much of our work takes place in nurseries, schools and families’ homes.
We welcome applications from both Newly Qualified Practitioners and experienced therapists. What matters most to us is that you are reflective, child-centred, and committed to thoughtful, evidence-informed practice within a collaborative team.
Supervision at Speech Leap is structured, consistent, and tailored to your level of experience.
All therapists receive regular clinical supervision alongside dedicated line management support. These sessions provide protected time to reflect, problem-solve, and strengthen clinical reasoning.
For NQPs, supervision begins weekly before gradually reducing as independence grows. For experienced therapists, supervision is more frequent initially to ensure you feel settled before moving to a longer-term structure.
Supervision is offered both one-to-one with a consistent clinical supervisor and within group settings, encouraging shared learning and open discussion. You’ll also benefit from regular team meetings, shadowing opportunities, peer discussion, and informal support from colleagues.
We are passionate about giving NQPs the strongest possible start to their career.
Alongside regular supervision, our 12-month SLT-specific preceptorship is designed to help you successfully complete your competencies while building strong clinical foundations. As you develop assessment and therapy skills, you’ll also build confidence in areas such as time management and prioritisation, reflective practice, and navigating more complex or sensitive conversations.
The competency pathway is therapist-led and tailored to individual development, typically taking 12-18 months to complete. As part of the process, you’ll be observed in practice and given detailed, constructive feedback. Joint working is embedded throughout the year, with opportunities to observe colleagues, co-deliver sessions, and gradually step into greater independence within a clear and structured framework.
Continuing professional development is embedded into life at Speech Leap.
We provide five dedicated team CPD days each year, including collaborative case discussions, sharing learning from recent courses and welcoming external speakers. Recent topics have included trauma-informed practice, AI in Speech and Language Therapy, current approaches to speech sound disorders, and Gestalt Language Processing.
In addition to these dedicated CPD days, we have regular team and admin afternoons built into the week. Therapists are encouraged to participate in relevant CENs, and external training is supported through a training budget aligned with individual goals.
Wellbeing is central to everything we do. It’s woven into supervision, line management, and team meetings, creating regular space to reflect on workload, work-life balance, and the emotional aspects of the role.
Caseloads are carefully monitored to ensure they remain manageable and appropriate to your experience level, with protected admin time built into weekly timetables.
We offer flexible start and finish times where possible, a Time in Lieu system to support important personal commitments, and the option to work from home occasionally when it helps with practical day-to-day demands.
Our weekly team afternoons provide time for connection and peer support, and we hold an annual wellbeing afternoon focused on reflection and practical wellbeing activities.
Above all, we aim to create a culture where it’s safe to speak openly, ask for support early, and build a career that feels sustainable long-term.
All roles at Speech Leap are employed positions, offering stability and a strong sense of belonging within the team.
We offer both full-time and part-time roles. Working patterns are discussed individually to create arrangements that support flexibility and balance.
Our therapists work across a range of settings, including family homes, nurseries, mainstream schools, specialist resource bases, and our clinic.
Caseloads are designed to be manageable and consistent, allowing therapists to deliver regular therapy and build meaningful relationships over time.
NQPs begin primarily within school partnerships, with a reduced caseload and protected reflection time. As independence grows, they gradually expand into wider settings.
For experienced therapists, caseloads are allocated thoughtfully to align with interests and expertise.
We are well-resourced and regularly invest in up-to-date formal assessments and engaging therapy materials to support creative, child-led sessions.
We have a shared digital resource library, giving you access to an extensive bank of therapy ideas, visuals, programmes, and planning tools.
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