Tamlyn Laubscher
TEAM LEAD
HCPC Registration Number: SL038564
Hello, my name is Tamlyn.
I studied at the University of Cape Town (UCT) in South Africa, graduating in 2014. While studying, I worked as an English tutor for children with special educational needs, which allowed me to develop and practise skills in patience, empathy, adaptability, communication and creative problem-solving. These are skills that I continue to draw on in my practice today.
As a Speech and Language Therapist, I have worked across a variety of settings, including primary healthcare clinics, hospitals, private practice, primary and nursery schools, as well as as part of a multidisciplinary team at a non-profit organisation providing professional services to disadvantaged communities. These experiences have shaped the therapist I am today. My professional areas of interest include working with children and young people who speak English as an Additional Language (EAL), as well as those with social communication difficulties and literacy needs.
The Words First value that resonates most with me is being child-centred. I believe that considering the child in every decision we make is at the heart of effective Speech and Language Therapy. By taking into account each child’s interests, preferences, strengths and emotional wellbeing, we can provide more holistic and meaningful support that is more likely to lead to positive outcomes.
I enjoy working for Words First because the company’s values and ethos truly reflect what I believe a good therapist should be. Being part of a team of forward-thinking therapists who always keep the child at the heart of their practice, within a company that values and respects different opinions, cultures and ways of thinking, has supported both my professional and personal growth. As a Team Lead, I am excited to continue leading, supporting and guiding the therapists in my team, helping them to maintain and strive towards the highest professional standards.
Outside of work, some of my favourite things include art, picnics, music and spending time in calm, peaceful spaces in nature. In my spare time, you’ll often find me cooking up a storm in the kitchen or searching for a new restaurant to try. I love entertaining and making my friends and family feel loved and special through food. If you asked my friends to describe me, they would probably say I am kind, talkative and organised.
