Hannah Smith
@hannahsmith3
HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist specialising in paediatric communication assessment, autism diagnostics support, and EHCP contributions.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am an HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist with five years of paediatric experience and a substantial autism caseload across independent practice, NHS Early Years and specialist neurorehabilitation at The Children’s Trust. I bring strong skills in formal and informal communication assessment, ADOS-2 assessment training (scheduled for June 2026), and multi-disciplinary working alongside Clinical Psychology, OT and education staff.
I’m currently returning from maternity leave and seeking a role within an autism assessment service where my communication assessment expertise can contribute to the diagnostic pathway. Across my roles, I’ve led comprehensive assessments and therapy sessions, produced formal reports and EHCP contributions, supported families and schools, and delivered targeted interventions including AAC and early communication support, as well as dysphagia assessment and swallowing rehabilitation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist
Self Employed
Oct 2022 - Jul 2023 (9 months)
Provided comprehensive paediatric speech and language therapy assessments and sessions across a range of needs, including formal report writing and EHCP contributions. Worked in partnership with families and schools and managed own caseload and invoicing.
Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist
The Children's Trust
Apr 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Managed a caseload of children and young adults aged 0–19 with traumatic or acquired brain injury, completing formal and informal communication assessments and bespoke therapy interventions. Conducted dysphagia assessments, supported swallowing rehabilitation, collaborated with the MDT, and contributed to EHCP-related reporting.
Multi-disciplinary Technician
The Children's Trust
Oct 2020 - Apr 2021 (6 months)
Supported multi-disciplinary neurorehabilitation by running therapy sessions, supporting equipment, and creating resources to aid therapy programmes. Worked with a range of neurological impairments and collaborated with Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Play Therapy, and Music Therapy.
Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist
First Community Health Care
May 2020 - Oct 2020 (5 months)
Carried out assessment, interventions, and progress reviews for early years children (0–5) using remote tele-health due to COVID-19. Worked with children with language and communication challenges relating to autism spectrum condition and liaised with parents/carers and the MDT by telephone and video conference.
Nursery School Worker
Cavendish Lodge Nursery School
Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)
Worked in a nursery while studying at university, supporting a wide range of ages and abilities. Assisted with day-to-day nursery work as part of early childhood education.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
City University of London
BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy
2016 - 2020
Grade: 2:1
Completed a BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy degree, graduating with a 2:1.
Headington School
GCSEs, Geography, Philosophy, Environmental Science
2007 - 2014
Grade: A* (Geography), B (Philosophy), C (Environmental Science); 10 GCSEs A*–B including Maths, English, Spanish
Completed GCSEs with strong results including A* in Geography, B in Philosophy, and C in Environmental Science.
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