Speech and Language Therapist

Inspire Neurocare; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Workplace pension

Professional development

Onsite parking

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee wellbeing services

Job summary

Inspire Neurocare is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to work within a neuro-rehabilitation team, assessing and treating adults with complex neurological conditions, including stroke and brain injury. You will collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centered care across settings and support families and carers.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, professional development, and safeguarding, with a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy required or equivalent.
• HCPC registration must be current.
• Experience with adults with neurological conditions (stroke, brain injury, CP, neurodegenerative diseases).
• Experience using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with communication, cognitive-communication, and/or swallowing disorders due to neurological conditions.
• Develop and evaluate individualized, evidence-based treatment plans with service users and MDT.
• Deliver therapy across inpatient, outpatient, community and home-settings as appropriate.
• Contribute to goal setting, discharge planning, and multidisciplinary discussions.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Caseload management

Patient-centred care

Neurorehabilitation experience

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

Tools

AAC devices

Job description

Inspire Neurocare place the people we support at the heart of our service, and our main aim is to empower recovery and restore lives by providing life changing neurorehabilitation and specialist care for people living with complex neurological conditions, brain and spinal injuries, strokes, early onset dementia and progressive neurological conditions.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join our neuro-rehabilitation team. The post holder will provide high-quality assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for adults with acquired neurological conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, progressive neurological disorders, and other complex presentations.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to holistic, person-centred rehabilitation programmes that support communication, cognition, and swallowing, enabling individuals to maximise independence and quality of life.

We offer our colleagues

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Workplace pension
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Free onsite parking available
• Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral (applies to Nurse & Carer roles only)
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with communication, cognitive-communication, and/or swallowing disorders resulting from neurological conditions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with service users, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver therapy across a range of settings (e.g. inpatient, outpatient, community, home visits as appropriate).
• Contribute to multidisciplinary goal setting, case discussions, and discharge planning.
• Provide education, training, and advice to families, carers, and other professionals to support ongoing rehabilitation.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation in line with service and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise, mentor, and support students, assistants, or junior colleagues as required.
• Ensure practice is in line with professional standards, safeguarding policies, and relevant legislation.

Your Skills And Expertise

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience working with young adults with complex neurological needs, including cerebral palsy (CP) and other lifelong neurological conditions.
• Previous experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Experience working with adults with neurological conditions (e.g. stroke, brain injury, neurodegenerative disease).
• Previously worked supporting individuals who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ACC), communication devices and other assistive communication technology
• Knowledge and application of evidence-based assessment and intervention for communication and/or dysphagia in neuro-rehabilitation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and prioritise workload effectively.
• Commitment to person-centred care and inclusive practice.

Please note - we're unable to offer sponsorship for this position