Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Horsham

Brainkind Neurological Centre York; Horsham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their dedicated team in Horsham. This role offers the opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team in providing exceptional neurorehabilitation services to individuals with acquired brain injuries. You will assess communication needs, develop tailored rehabilitation plans, and provide training to staff and social networks, all while contributing to the ongoing development of the service. With a competitive salary and generous benefits, this position is perfect for a passionate professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Benefits

38 days of annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent training opportunities

Group life assurance

Free parking

Company pension scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years qualified experience in speech and language therapy.
• Registered with the HCPC and achieved Dysphagia Competencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess communication needs and develop management plans.
• Collaborate with patients to address communication barriers.
• Provide training to staff and social networks.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Dysphagia Management

Communication Partner Training

Complex Case Management

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Horsham

Job Description

Posted Friday, 25 April 2025

Position: Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 DOE (Pro Rata) plus £1 per hour location allowance

Hours: Flexible working hours available

Brainkind is a charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with brain injuries across the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units, and hospitals utilize expert neurorehabilitation to support individuals in regaining lost skills. We treat a variety of brain injuries resulting from trauma, illness, substance abuse, and more, helping patients recover and achieve their personal goals. Our team is passionate and collaborative, committed to supporting each other and providing excellent care.

The Service:

Kerwin Court provides specialized neurorehabilitation for adults with acquired brain injuries in a residential setting near Broadbridge Heath. The team includes rehabilitation support workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and speech and language therapists.

The Role:

We are seeking a Senior Specialist SaLT to develop their expertise within our esteemed service at Kerwin Court, providing strategic and professional leadership to the multidisciplinary team.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Working autonomously as a speech and language therapist within your multidisciplinary team
2. Assessing how communication impacts daily life and providing appropriate interventions
3. Collaborating with patients and their social networks to address and overcome communication barriers
4. Assessing communication needs and developing management and rehabilitation plans, including specialist assessments as needed
5. Providing training to staff and service users' social networks
6. Contributing to service and organizational development

About You:

We are looking for candidates who:

• Hold a Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Are registered with the HCPC
• Have achieved Dysphagia Competencies
• Possess specialist knowledge of SaLT models and interventions for ABI, such as social communication, cognitive communication, and communication partner training
• Can manage complex dysphagia within an adult neurology caseload
• Have a minimum of 4 years of qualified experience, including complex case management

Rewards:

• A competitive salary of £46,148 - £52,809 DOE (Pro Rata) plus £1 per hour location allowance
• 38 days of annual leave (including bank holidays, pro rata)
• Buy and sell up to 5 days of annual leave
• Health Cash Plan (available from June 2025)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities
• Group life assurance
• Free parking
• Company pension scheme
• Long service and staff awards

All clinical roles include CPD opportunities, and we support further professional development. We consider applications from candidates requiring sponsorship.

If interested, please apply today by clicking the Apply Now button. Note that we will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled, so early application is encouraged.

*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks, including three years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks.*

Brainkind is a Disability Confident Employer. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment for employees from all backgrounds.