Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Merco Medical Staffing Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist neurorehabilitation service in Horsham is seeking a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to support adults with acquired brain injuries. You will work in a multidisciplinary team to provide person-centred care and develop management plans for communication and dysphagia. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

38 days annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Excellent training and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years post-qualification experience with complex cases.
• Specialist knowledge in ABI-related communication interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and managing communication and swallowing needs.
• Developing communication and dysphagia management plans.
• Delivering training to staff and families.

Skills

Communication

Dysphagia Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

Job description

Make a Real Difference in Neurorehabilitation

A specialist neurorehabilitation service in Horsham is looking for a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their experienced multidisciplinary team. The service supports adults with acquired brain injuries in a residential setting, helping them regain lost skills and achieve meaningful recovery.

You’ll work alongside a committed team of rehabilitation support workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and fellow SaLTs – all focused on providing expert, person-centred care.

The Role

As a Senior Specialist SaLT, your responsibilities will include:

• Working autonomously within the MDT
• Assessing and managing communication and swallowing needs
• Supporting individuals and their social networks to overcome barriers
• Developing communication and dysphagia management plans
• Delivering training to staff and families
• Contributing to service and organisational development

About You

You’ll need:

• A degree in Speech & Language Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Dysphagia competencies
• Specialist knowledge in ABI-related communication interventions
• Experience managing complex dysphagia within adult neurology
• At least 4 years post-qualification experience with complex cases

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary: £46,148 – £52,809 DOE (Pro Rata) + £1/hour location allowance
• Flexible working hours
• 38 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays, pro rata)
• Buy/sell up to 5 days of annual leave
• Health Cash Plan (from June 2025)
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Group life assurance, eye care vouchers, company pension
• Long service and staff awards
• Excellent training, CPD opportunities, and professional development support
• Sponsorship available for eligible candidates

If you’re an experienced and passionate SaLT ready to step into a leadership role within a supportive rehab-focused environment, we want to hear from you!