Lead Speech & Language Therapist – Adult Community Care

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Cambridge seeks experienced Speech and Language Therapists to join their Adult Community team as Team Leads. You will provide expert assessment and intervention for adults with complex needs, while leading a small team of therapists. This role emphasizes autonomy, professional growth, and the opportunity to manage specialized caseloads in a supportive environment. It’s a chance to make a significant impact in community healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing and implementing care programmes for patients with communication and swallowing needs.
• Ability to lead and manage a small team of therapists and clinical assistants.
• Knowledge of prioritisation and triage within clinical pathways.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and intervention for adults with complex communication and swallowing needs.
• Oversee a small team ensuring high standards of care and professional development.
• Contribute to the development of clinical pathways and team work allocation.

Skills

Independent assessment

Diagnosis development

Team leadership

Specialist care programs

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Cambridge seeks experienced Speech and Language Therapists to join their Adult Community team as Team Leads. You will provide expert assessment and intervention for adults with complex needs, while leading a small team of therapists. This role emphasizes autonomy, professional growth, and the opportunity to manage specialized caseloads in a supportive environment. It’s a chance to make a significant impact in community healthcare.