Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Learning Disabilities)

CENTRAL LONDON COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join the Triborough Learning Disability Team. This role involves delivering crucial communication support and developing dysphagia skills for adults with learning disabilities. The successful candidate will have the chance to work in a community setting, collaborate with other professionals, and enhance their clinical practice. The position offers training and development opportunities, flexible working options, and a comprehensive induction program.

Benefits

Car lease scheme

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training and development support

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities.
• Ability to develop SLT strategies for patient care.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a community setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver communication input and focus on developing dysphagia skills.
• Provide clinical input for patients with complex needs.
• Work closely with other professionals and care organizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Dysphagia skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity to offer a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (SLT) in the Triborough Learning Disability Team. We offer a community Learning Disability service in the boroughs of Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea. We are a multidisciplinary service offering a community-based service to adults with learning disabilities from aged 18 years as well as supporting transition from children's services. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Speech & Language Therapist (Band 6) to deliver communication input and have a focus on developing dysphagia skills to contribute to improving the health of people with learning disabilities. This post offers a great opportunity for a SLT to develop skills and experience in a community setting in line with national policy and evidenced based practice guidance. You will be able to develop SLT strategies and provide health promotion to support the needs of people with learning disabilities and you will have the opportunity to work closely with other professionals and clinicians in primary & secondary care carers, advocacy groups, voluntary sector, care provider organisations and within the acute sector. You will provide clinical input for an identified group of patients with complex needs. You will be responsible for setting high standards of practice and be a flexible and adaptable team player. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to motivate and engage both professional staff and clients Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up)
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

As London's largest NHS Trust dedicated to community healthcare, we offer leadership, learning and career opportunities for community healthcare professionals that few can match. Community healthcare is our focus and our passion. We champion the role of community health professionals to make sure our patients get great care closer to home.