Speech Banana LTD – therapy • short breaks • advocacy

Speech therapy, advocacy & genuine short breaks.

NHS‑experienced SALT provider, commissioned in Tameside. We support families with disabled children — because communication and respite go hand in hand.

Manchester, UK
Commissioned service
Family-led
How is it 6 years since my first NHS day? Now private provider, with our own team commissioned by Tameside.
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Heather Smith Founder, Speech & Language Therapist
1st birthday 2024 – Short Breaks 🎉

What we do

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Speech & Language

Specialist SALT for children and young people. NHS‑trained, neurodiversity‑affirming, and always family‑centred.

6+ years experience
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Advocacy

We stand beside families in EHCP meetings, school consultations, and health appointments. Your voice, amplified.

Flowers from families
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Short Breaks

Commissioned by Tameside Council. Play, sensory groups, and respite — giving parents time to breathe.

Stay & Play NEW

Short Breaks: not a luxury, a necessity.

“Summer holidays are great fun but for parents caring for disabled children, it can be a time of real pressure.”

— Michael Charles, parent and advocate

40+ families supported
6 weekly groups
🍌 View Short Breaks timetable

Stay & Play • Autism for the Arts

✨ Creative sessions at Tameside Libraries – in partnership with Tameside Council & Mencap Family Engagement.

Every Tuesday, relaxed, sensory-friendly.

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Heather Smith, BSc (Hons), MRCSLT

Speech & Language Therapist • Founder • Mum

6 years ago I started as an NHS SALT. Today I run Speech Banana LTD — a team commissioned by Tameside, supporting schools and families with therapy, advocacy, and genuine short breaks. I wear lucky socks and believe in making support feel human.

6 years NHS + independent Work in schools Small, local team

📨 Missing training enquiry

“Hi - somebody messaged us on here the other day regarding specific training. I cannot find the message anywhere. If it was you, please resend the message and I will get back to you. Thank you, Heather 💛🍌”

Direct to Heather

Proudly working with

Tameside Council Autism for the Arts Mencap Family Engagement OKE – Our Kids Eyes Tameside Libraries
Commissioned Short Breaks provider

Let’s talk. 💬

Whether you need therapy, advocacy, or a short break — we’re here.

Manchester, United Kingdom
Tameside & surrounding areas
heather@speechbanana.co.uk (example)
0161 234 5678 (Short Breaks booking)
@speechbananaltd @speech.banana

🍌 211 families follow us

We’re a small provider with big connections. Get in touch — Heather usually replies within a few hours.