Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Band 7, Part-time - 22.5 hours per week

There is an opportunity to join the Croydon Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team, as part of the Integrated neuro therapy team.

The team provides multidisciplinary rehabilitation for people who have a neurological diagnosis. In addition to Speech and Language therapists, the team consists of Occupational Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Rehabilitation support workers, and Physiotherapists.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate significant experience and knowledge in assessment, treatment, and management of people who have acquired communication and swallowing problems following neurological events.

As part of the wider speech and language therapy staffing, you would be involved with VF clinics and we also provide a FEES service.

We are committed to providing the best possible service to our patients and strongly believe in the continuing professional development of our staff, with regular appraisals and in-service training provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive and friendly environment.

Proposed Interview Date - TBC

Main duties of the job

1. At a Highly Specialist level assess, develop and implement Speech and Language therapy for adult clients with communication and swallowing difficulties.
2. Employ highly specialist interventions for patients/clients and carers who have severe disability and/or terminal illness on a daily basis, and evaluate outcomes.
3. Write reports reflecting specialist knowledge according to the standards of the Department and distribute these accordingly.
4. Provide advice and training to others regarding the management and care of patients/clients with communication and/or feeding and swallowing difficulties.
5. Demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues, including case management in complex cases.
6. Demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures, care plans, and review with clients.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres, and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals, and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.

Across the NHS, everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation, and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff, as well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/ EDUCATION/ TRAINING

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification
• HCPC registered as a SLT
• Evidence of specialist neuro SLT short courses

EXPERIENCE

• Significant experience working as a band 6 SLT with adults who have a variety of neurological conditions including stroke
• Experience working in the NHS as an SLT with adults who have a variety of neurological conditions including stroke
• Experience working as an SLT with adults with neurological conditions in a Community setting
• Significant experience working as part of an MDT
• Previous Band 7 SALT experience with adults who have a variety of neurological conditions including stroke

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

• In-depth knowledge of a range of appropriate assessment tools and therapeutic interventions relevant to clients with Stroke and other Neurological problems
• In-depth knowledge of national guidance and policies relevant to clients with Stroke and other Neurological conditions

SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Able to identify what attracts them to this specific post in Croydon Health Services Trust
• Demonstrates a passion and commitment for working with people who have neurological problems
• Adaptable and flexible to changing priorities and needs of the patients/clients and the service
• Full UK driver's license with vehicle for work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£51,883 to £58,544 a year pro rata, per annum, incl. HCAS outer