NHS Speech and Language Therapist - Acute Paediatric & Neonatal

Sanctuary Personnel; Epsom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist for Acute Paediatric & Neonatal care in Epsom. This role offers competitive pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy, HCPC registration, and recent experience in neonatal care. Join a team dedicated to providing comprehensive support to young patients and their families.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Informal clinical support

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Recent UK/NHS post-qualifying experience as a Speech and Language Therapist is necessary.
• Proven expertise in the neonatal sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage an acute in-patient neonatal and paediatric dysphagia caseload.
• Provide developmentally supportive care to babies and children.
• Engage in leadership opportunities involving Quality Improvement projects.

Skills

Neonatal care

Independent practice

Dysphagia management

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to step into an exciting opportunity as a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist in Acute Paediatric & Neonatal care? Located in Epsom, you will have the chance to work up to £34 per hour on an ongoing contract basis. Part-time options, including 1x day per week, are available for those seeking flexibility and balance in their professional life.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive pay rate of up to £34 per hour ensures your valuable expertise is well-rewarded.
• Flexible working arrangements including the opportunity for part-time work, allowing you to personalise your schedule.
• Professional development opportunities through leading Quality Improvement projects within the neonatal sector, helping to advance the service and your career.
• Informal clinical support from a local Clinical Lead Neonatal SLT, with additional external supervision available to strengthen your practice.
• Epsom offers a vibrant lifestyle with its parks, high streets, and transport links to London.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage an acute in-patient neonatal and paediatric dysphagia caseload across both the paediatric ward and outpatient clinic settings.
• Provide comprehensive and developmentally supportive care to babies, children, and their families, ensuring a holistic approach.
• Engage in potential leadership opportunities involving Quality Improvement projects to enhance the Neonatal SLT service.
• Benefit from informal clinical support via a local Clinical Lead Neonatal SLT with external supervision available to keep skills sharp and impactful.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Recent UK/NHS post-qualifying experience as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Proven expertise in neonatal care with the ability to work independently in this specialised field.

Located in the heart of Surrey, Epsom is a delightful place to live and work with a welcoming community and good transport links to London.