Role: Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Salary: 53,000 - 55,700 (dependent on experience) + benefits
Location: South East London
Introduction: We are thrilled to offer a dynamic opportunity for a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (equivalent to Band 7) to join our client's exceptional therapy team. Their unit, renowned for its advanced neurorehabilitation services, is seeking a dedicated professional to contribute to our innovative and patient-focused environment.
The Candidate: We are looking for a passionate individual with extensive experience in neurorehabilitation, particularly in managing cognitive communication difficulties. The ideal candidate will possess a robust clinical background and a commitment to delivering top-notch care in a supportive, multidisciplinary team setting.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Flexible working arrangements may be discussed to suit personal and professional needs.
Requirements:
- HCPC registration
- Proven experience in a neurorehabilitation setting
- Expertise in aphasia, cognitive communication disorders, dysarthria, apraxia, and dysphagia
- Specialist-level dysphagia competency on RCSLT framework
- Experience in formal supervision/line management
- Enhanced DBS clearance required
Duties:
- Delivering specialist SLT assessment and treatment for patients with neurological and acquired brain injuries
- Developing evidence-based therapy programs with a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration
- Leading communication therapy groups independently
- Maintaining high clinical care standards in line with national guidelines
- Supervising junior SLTs and assistants as needed
- Contributing to policy and service development initiatives
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant codes of practice
Salary and Package:
- Free lunch during shifts
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Access to extensive training through the Active Learning Hub
- Free 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee pension plan
- Health Plan Benefits
- Recognition through the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick and Maternity pay
- Referral bonus of up to 1500
Apply today to make a meaningful impact in neurorehabilitation and advance your career!