Senior SLT – Neurocognitive Inpatient Specialist

Cygnet Health Care Limited; Taunton; Sur place; GBP 41 000 - 51 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cygnet Hospital Taunton is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join a neuro-cognitive inpatient service for older adults with complex conditions. You will manage a specialist caseload focusing on SCLN and eating, drinking and swallowing (EDS), delivering input aligned with the SLT pathway and working within an interdisciplinary team.

The role offers continuation of high quality supervision, CPD opportunities and a clear pathway for progression from Specialist to Highly

Qualifications

• A degree / postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy (HCPC registered) and RCSLT member.
• Competency to independently assess and manage eating, drinking and swallowing (EDS) needs.
• Experience with older adults, neurology or neurodegenerative conditions; person-centred care.

Responsabilités

• Assess speech, communication and language needs (SCLN) and EDS for a specialist caseload.
• Deliver input aligned with the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric/neurodegenerative services.
• Work within an interdisciplinary on-site team to support management approaches and CPD.
• Participate in large-scale service development projects.

Connaissances

SCLN assessment

EDS management

Team collaboration

Formation

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

RCSLT membership

Description du poste

Cygnet Hospital Taunton is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join a neuro-cognitive inpatient service for older adults with complex conditions. You will manage a specialist caseload focusing on SCLN and eating, drinking and swallowing (EDS), delivering input aligned with the SLT pathway and working within an interdisciplinary team.

The role offers continuation of high quality supervision, CPD opportunities and a clear pathway for progression from Specialist to Highly