Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Merco Recruitment; United Kingdom; 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 enhance recovery for adults with acquired brain injuries. This role requires relevant qualifications, including HCPC registration and experience in managing complex dysphagia cases. The position includes competitive salary, flexible working hours, and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

38 days annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Group life assurance

Professional development support

Qualifications

• At least 4 years post-qualification experience with complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Work autonomously within the multidisciplinary team.
• Assess and manage communication and swallowing needs.
• Develop communication and dysphagia management plans.

Skills

HCPC registration

Dysphagia competencies

Specialist knowledge in ABI-related communication interventions

Experience managing complex dysphagia within adult neurology

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: GBP46,148 GBP52,809 DOE (Pro Rata) + GBP1/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!