Job Description

The successful candidate will work as part of the Neurodiversity Enfield team for children 0-6. This is a multidisciplinary team which is designed to provide a needs-led, family-centred approach for children under the age of six with neurodivergent learning needs. Initially, the role will be primarily in the diagnostic team, carrying out play-based autism assessments and ADOS assessments. As the service develops, there will be opportunities to explore other roles within the team, such as being a keyworker for a families, running MDT needs-led clinics for parents, and delivering training.

The role involves leading practice, providing specialist support to children and families, liaising with other professionals, and demonstrating a neuro-affirmative attitude to differences such as autism and ADHD.



Initially, the role will be primarily in the diagnostic team, carrying out play-based autism assessments and ADOS assessments. As the service develops, there will be opportunities to explore other roles within the team, such as being a keyworker for a families, running MDT needs-led clinics for parents, and delivering training.

The position requires a SLT capable of working effectively and flexibly within an interdisciplinary framework, engaging with various professionals in a multidisciplinary and multi-agency environment. This includes collaboration with community providers, occupational therapists, psychologists, dieticians, paediatricians, physiotherapists, and other allied health professionals, as well as Experts by Experience (parents of neurodivergent children). The post holder will be responsible for fostering strong relationships and facilitating communication between the Neurodiversity Team and the SLT Community Team to optimise service delivery. Supervision of junior staff and students is a key component of the role, ensuring their development and professional growth. The role also involves contributing to the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the pathway and the Speech and Language Therapy role within it. Additionally, you will participate in service improvement initiatives and contribute to quality enhancement efforts within the team.



The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.



Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top



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