Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Sanctuary Personnel; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Milton Keynes seeks a Senior Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to deliver exceptional care for individuals with complex communication and swallowing disorders. This full-time permanent role offers opportunities for professional growth and leadership. Ideal candidates will have HCPC registration, extensive experience in the field, and a commitment to continuous development in practice.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Access to continuous professional development programs

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in complex communication and swallowing disorders assessment.
• Ability to manage a defined caseload with autonomy.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments and interventions for complex communication disorders.
• Manage a defined caseload with clinical autonomy.
• Develop individual therapy plans and monitor progress.

Skills

Specialist assessment

Intervention for communication disorders

Autonomy in caseload management

Excellent communication skills

Education

HCPC registration

RCSLT membership

Job description

Overview

Senior Specialist Speech & Language Therapist required in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England. You will be at the forefront of providing exceptional care for individuals with complex communication and swallowing disorders, contributing to a dynamic, innovative, and supportive environment. This is a full-time permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and leadership within our expanding service.

Benefits

• Permanent full-time position providing long-term security and opportunities for growth within the organisation.
• Competitive annual salary of £54,710.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Access to continuous professional development programs.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles within the service.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based intervention for individuals with complex communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Manage a defined caseload with a high degree of autonomy, prioritising clinical need.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans, monitor progress, and adjust as appropriate.
• Advise and support families, carers, and other professionals on communication and swallowing strategies.
• Utilise a range of specialist therapeutic approaches and augmentative communication systems where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with HCPC, RCSLT, and local policies.
• Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and training for junior SLTs, assistants, and students.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement projects.
• Support the clinical lead in implementing policies, procedures, and service priorities.
• Participate in audit, research, and outcome measurement to inform practice and service delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including medical, nursing, therapy, and educational staff.
• Provide specialist reports for education, health, and social care planning.
• Deliver training sessions to staff, parents, and partner organisations to enhance understanding of communication and swallowing needs.
• Act as a point of contact for complex case discussions.
• Maintain HCPC registration and RCSLT membership.
• Engage in continuing professional development to maintain and extend specialist knowledge.
• Adhere to NHS and organisational safeguarding policies and contribute to safeguarding processes.
• Represent the service at internal and external meetings.

Qualifications and requirements

• HCPC registration and RCSLT membership.
• Extensive experience in specialist assessment and intervention for complex communication and swallowing disorders.
• Ability to manage a defined caseload with autonomy and clinical judgment.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and staying current with best practice.
• Experience in supervision, mentorship, and training of junior staff, assistants, and students is desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures; ability to contribute to safeguarding processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for multidisciplinary teams and families.