Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Woolwich seeks a dedicated professional for a full‑time role in Forensic Neurodevelopmental Services. The position involves split responsibilities across community and inpatient forensic teams, focusing on specialist assessment and support for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities involved in the criminal justice system. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and demonstrate experience in multidisciplinary collaboration, alongside a commitment to delivering evidence-based care. This role offers opportunity for part-time hours and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or neurodevelopmental disabilities.
• Ability to conduct and interpret specialist assessments.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and intervention for individuals in the criminal justice system.
• Support rehabilitation and recovery pathways in inpatient settings.
• Maintain high standards of clinical records.

Skills

Specialist assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication accessibility

Evidence-based practice

Education

Relevant degree in healthcare or psychology

Job description

Exciting Opportunity in Forensic Neurodevelopmental Services

We are pleased to offer an exciting full‑time position that spans two closely integrated services: the Oxleas Forensic Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disability (FIND) Community Team and the inpatient forensic service at the Bracton Centre. This role is equally divided between the two services, with 18.75 hours per week dedicated to each. Part‑time hours can be considered.

About the FIND Community Team

The Oxleas FIND Team plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals transitioning from inpatient forensic settings back into the community, delivering specialist assessment, treatment, and consultation to support the safe and clinically appropriate reintegration of individuals with complex needs.

About the Bracton Centre Inpatient Forensic Service

Located in Kent, the Bracton Centre offers comprehensive specialist forensic mental health services for adults aged 18‑65, providing high‑quality multidisciplinary care to individuals with significant mental health needs within a secure environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment, intervention, and consultation for individuals with intellectual and/or neurodevelopmental disabilities involved in the criminal justice system or presenting with forensic risk.
• Work proactively with multidisciplinary colleagues to support service users in the least restrictive environments possible, focusing on risk reduction, communication accessibility, and meaningful engagement in community life.
• Support individuals through rehabilitation and recovery pathways in the inpatient component, contributing to risk assessments, care planning, and discharge preparations.
• Conduct, interpret, and report on specialist assessments, including capacity to consent assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary assessment and care planning, including positive behaviour support.
• Maintain clinical records to high standards, ensuring compliance with trust policy and local standards.
• Act as a core member of multidisciplinary teams, representing the service at meetings and providing specialist advice to families, other therapists, and professionals.
• Support and supervise junior therapy colleagues, students, and other relevant staff.
• Engage in evidence‑based practice, auditing, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide training and professional development to staff and carers, tailoring information to varying communication needs.
• Adopt and uphold professional and organisational standards, including adherence to the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy and local policies.

To be noted

• This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities; other duties may be undertaken in discussion with the manager.
• The job description will be reviewed and may change with service requirements.
• Compliance with all relevant policies, including Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, and Confidentiality of Information, is expected.

Application Information

This advert closes on Thursday 22 Jan 2026.