Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NHS as a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist at the Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre in Birmingham. You will play a crucial role in supporting patients' recovery after neurological events, working collaboratively to provide high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

25 days plus bank holidays

Birthday off

E-learning and face-to-face training

Employee Assistance Programme Helpline

Aegon 5% matched pension

Medicash Health Plan

Active Awards programme for outstanding behaviours

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay

Refer a Friend Scheme up to £1500

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Specialist level dysphagia competency on RCSLT framework essential.
• Experience in neurorehabilitation setting necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment and treatment.
• Devise therapy programmes focusing on multidisciplinary outcomes.
• Independently lead communication therapy groups.

Skills

Dysphagia competency

Patient assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Job summary

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers in complex healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Main duties of the job

Recovery isn't just about the individual - its a journey that involves family, friends, and an entire community of support. These powerful words from one of our former patients beautifully capture the spirit of care at Hunters Moor Neurological Care Centre in Birmingham. Their inspiring journey - from sudden illness at Glastonbury to remarkable recovery supported by our dedicated multidisciplinary team reminds us that every step forward is made possible through expert, compassionate rehabilitation.

We are now looking for a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join this exceptional team. If you're passionate about helping people rebuild their lives after life-changing neurological events, and you want to work in a centre where your skills make a tangible difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Details Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,000 to £53,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

008815

Job locations

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

Job description Job responsibilities

What you'll be working:

Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) assessment and treatment for patients with physical, cognitive, communication and behavioural difficulties caused by neurological insult and acquired brain injury
• Devise evidence-led therapy programmes for patients at a specialist level, with an emphasis on multidisciplinary working to achieve the best outcomes for our patients
• Independently plan and lead communication therapy groups
• Maintain high standards of clinical care in line with national guidance for excellence
• Key Worker duties to ensure cohesive goal-setting and therapy and coordinating discharge
• Formally supervise less experienced SLT’s and /or assistant as required in line with ACG policy
• Take an active role in the induction and training of other members of the IDT as appropriate
• Ensure all relevant codes of practice and regulations are upheld
• Play an active role in the implementation and review of policy and service development initiatives relating to SLT
• Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Job description Job responsibilities

What you'll be working:

Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) assessment and treatment for patients with physical, cognitive, communication and behavioural difficulties caused by neurological insult and acquired brain injury
• Devise evidence-led therapy programmes for patients at a specialist level, with an emphasis on multidisciplinary working to achieve the best outcomes for our patients
• Independently plan and lead communication therapy groups
• Maintain high standards of clinical care in line with national guidance for excellence
• Key Worker duties to ensure cohesive goal-setting and therapy and coordinating discharge
• Formally supervise less experienced SLT’s and /or assistant as required in line with ACG policy
• Take an active role in the induction and training of other members of the IDT as appropriate
• Ensure all relevant codes of practice and regulations are upheld
• Play an active role in the implementation and review of policy and service development initiatives relating to SLT
• Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• HCPC registration
• Specialist level dysphagia competency on RCSLT framework

Experience Essential

• Previous experience of working in a neurorehabilitation setting
• Formal supervision/line management experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• HCPC registration
• Specialist level dysphagia competency on RCSLT framework

Experience Essential

• Previous experience of working in a neurorehabilitation setting
• Formal supervision/line management experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)