Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering national provider of complex care as a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist. This role at a leading rehabilitation center focuses on supporting individuals with complex neurological conditions. You'll assess and manage communication and swallowing disorders, develop evidence-led therapy programs, and work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions significantly impact patients' lives, helping them regain their communication skills and independence. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive team, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the field of rehabilitation.

Benefits

Free lunch when on duty

Birthday off

25 days plus bank holidays

E-learning and training opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Aegon 5% matched pension

Medicash Health Plan

Active Awards programme

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Must have HCPC registration and specialist level dysphagia competency.
• Experience in neurorehabilitation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage communication and swallowing disorders.
• Devise therapy programs emphasizing multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Supervise junior staff and maintain clinical care standards.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patient Motivation

Team Collaboration

Education

HCPC Registration

Specialist Level Dysphagia Competency

Job description

Job summary

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

Main duties of the job

At Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, every patient's journey is unique and every therapist plays a vital role in helping them regain their independence. James, one of our former patients, described how therapy helped him find his voice again after a life-changing brain injury. Through dedicated rehabilitation and the unwavering support of our team, he was able to reconnect with his family, regain his confidence, and embrace new opportunities.

James says "without the help of the Blackheath team, I wouldn't have made so much progress on my journey to recovery. I am eternally grateful for their support".

Now, we're looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our expanding team and make a lasting impact on the lives of patients like James. If you're passionate about supporting individuals with complex neurological conditions, helping them rebuild their communication skills, and being part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, 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.

Date posted: 01 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £44,806 to £53,750 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 008431

Job locations

Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, London, Greater London, SE10 8AD

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 assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders
• 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
• 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
• Supervise junior staff including assistants and students
• Participate in internal training (induction, mandatory training, MDT in-service)
• Ensure all relevant codes of practice and regulations are upheld
• Participate in service delivery audit and quality improvement initiatives
• The post holder may be required to provide cover at our nearby Chislehurst site
• Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights

What to look forward to:

• Free lunch when on duty
• Birthday off
• 25 days plus bank holidays
• 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 account
• 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
• Ability to motivate patients over long periods

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: Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, London, Greater London, SE10 8AD

Employer's website: https://activecaregroup.co.uk/