Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist (Band 7)

Cygnet; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join a dedicated team in a modern neuropsychiatric service. This role offers the chance to work with patients facing complex communication challenges, contributing to their rehabilitation and independence. The position emphasizes collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team, providing quality assessments and interventions. The organization is committed to professional development, offering excellent supervision and opportunities for growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent clinical supervision

CPD and development opportunities

Paid CEN membership

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee rewards

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration required.
• Experience in neuropsychiatric conditions and inpatient settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assess and support patients with complex speech and communication needs.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to implement therapeutic approaches.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Dysphagia Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree/Postgraduate Diploma in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist (Band 7)

Henbury, Bristol, City of Bristol, England
BS10

• Post: Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7)
• Salary: Up to £55,181 DoE
• Hours: Full time, permanent

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist looking to specialise further or a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with an interest in Neuropsychiatry to join our team at Cygnet Brunel.

Cygnet Brunel is a 32-bed Neuropsychiatric service, offering neuropsychiatric rehabilitation for individuals with complex acquired brain injury and mental health needs. The hospital is a modern facility designed specifically to provide a clinically led, evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutically rich environment that engages our service users, aiming to minimise their challenging behaviour and maximise their independence.

Job Role

As an SLT, you will work directly with a specialist caseload of patients with complex needs to assess their speech, communication, and language needs (SCLN) in all environments. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team on-site, supporting the implementation of therapeutic and neuropsychiatric approaches and demonstrating an interest in upskilling the workforce. You will operate within the boundaries of the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric/neurodegenerative services at the hospital, as part of a small on-site SLT team. Your responsibilities include providing quality assessments, interventions, and being skilled in both SCLN and dysphagia. You will contribute to a company-wide SLT service and help enhance the service.

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist with:

• A degree/postgraduate diploma (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy, registration with HCPC, and membership of the RCSLT
• Experience in neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions, evidenced by high-level clinical SLT knowledge. Experience in inpatient/acute settings is beneficial
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support with an emphasis on person-centred planning
• Qualification in Dysphagia management (training will be provided if needed)
• Strong team player with a genuine desire to help others
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Enthusiasm, motivation, and passion

In return, we offer:

• Excellent clinical supervision, CPD, and development opportunities for both clinical and non-clinical duties
• Routine service meetings and peer support with Speech and Language Therapists
• Opportunity to personalise resource toolkit
• Paid CEN membership
• Involvement in service development, quality improvement initiatives, and research opportunities
• Annual leave, pension scheme, employee rewards, and discount benefits
• Full induction training
• Free meals on duty

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check, and employment is contingent upon clearance.

For an informal discussion or more information, please contact Dominique St Clair Miller, Director of SLT (Healthcare), on Apply.

Are you ready for a new and rewarding opportunity? Please apply now.

Note: The vacancy may close early if a large number of applications are received.

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