Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7) (Part Time)

Integrated Care System; Bristol; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading neuropsychiatric service seeks a Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to assess and support individuals with complex needs. This part-time role within a multidisciplinary team offers excellent clinical supervision and development opportunities to enhance therapeutic interventions.

Benefits

Excellent clinical supervision and CPD opportunities

Paid CEN Membership

Annual leave and employee discounts

Full induction and free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience with neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions.
• Qualification in Dysphagia management (training provided if needed).
• HCPC registration and RCSLT membership required.

Responsibilities

• Assess speech, communication, and language needs of patients with complex needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement therapeutic approaches.
• Provide quality assessments and interventions, skilled in SCLN and dysphagia.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Education

Degree/Postgraduate Diploma in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7) (Part Time)

• Post: Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7)
• Hours: Part Time / any 3 days per week, 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 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 specifically designed 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, minimizes challenging behaviour, and maximizes independence.

Main duties of the job

Job Role

• Assess speech, communication, and language needs (SCLN) of patients with complex needs across all environments.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to support therapeutic and neuropsychiatric approaches, helping to upskill staff.
• Operate within the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric/neurodegenerative services as part of a small on-site team.
• Provide quality assessments and interventions, skilled in SCLN and dysphagia.
• Contribute to the wider SLT service and service improvements.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988 and has since developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities across the UK. We are known for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes.

Our dedicated team of 10,000 employees supports 2,864 individuals across 160 services, making a positive difference through person-centered care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

• Post: Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7)
• Hours: Part Time / any 3 days per week, permanent

Join our team at Cygnet Brunel, a 32-bed neuropsychiatric service providing rehabilitation for individuals with complex brain injuries and mental health needs. The hospital offers a modern, evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway designed for individuals with challenging behaviors. We aim to create a therapeutic environment that minimizes challenging behaviors and promotes independence.

Job Role

As an SLT, you will work with a caseload of patients with complex needs to assess their speech, communication, and language needs (SCLN) across all settings. You will collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to implement therapeutic approaches and support staff development. Operating within the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions, you will provide assessments and interventions, including dysphagia management. You will also contribute to the broader SLT service and initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree/postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy, HCPC registration, and RCSLT membership.
• Experience with neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions, preferably in inpatient or acute settings.
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support and person-centered planning.
• Qualification in Dysphagia management (training provided if needed).
• Strong team player with a genuine desire to help others.
• Enthusiasm, motivation, and passion.

We Offer

• Excellent clinical supervision, CPD, and development opportunities.
• Routine team meetings and peer support.
• Personalized resource toolkit.
• Paid CEN Membership.
• Participation in service development, Quality Improvement, and research.
• Annual leave, pension, employee discounts, and rewards.
• Full induction and free meals on duty.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check. Employment is contingent upon clearance.

For more details or an informal discussion, contact Dominique St Clair Miller, Director of SLT (Healthcare), at 07885 476 384.

Apply now for a rewarding opportunity. Note: vacancy may close early if filled.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• Refer to the above job description for requirements.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.