Speech and Language Therapist

Neuro Rehab Times; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job description

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

Park House recently received a rating in its latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report. This achievement reflects our dedication to delivering outstanding care and support to individuals with complex neurological conditions. Now, we are looking for a passionate Speech and Language Therapist to join us and contribute to our ongoing success story.

Our 14-bed residential service provides tailored, person-centred rehabilitation care plans aimed at maximising independence and recovery. We specialise in post-acute rehabilitation and manage long-term neurological conditions, emphasising therapy, care, and quality of life. Our commitment is to create a safe, happy, and empowering environment for every individual we support, enabling them to live their best life possible.

At Park House, you’ll not only be part of a service rated “Good” by the CQC, but you’ll also work in a setting where your skills and ideas are valued. We are proud of our culture of continuous improvement and teamwork. Apply now to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of neurological rehabilitation!

What you'll be working:

This role is 15 hours per week, with days and times to be agreed. We understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to 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:

1. Provide assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders
2. Devise evidence-led therapy programmes at a specialist level, with an emphasis on multidisciplinary working to achieve the best outcomes for our patients
3. Maintain high standards of clinical care in line with national guidance for excellence
4. Serve as a Named Therapist, ensuring seamless coordination of therapy by facilitating cohesive goal setting, interdisciplinary collaboration, and well-structured discharge planning
5. Develop your skills in clinical supervision and informal mentoring of Speech and Language Therapy Assistants and students
6. Participate in internal training (induction, mandatory training, MDT in-service)
7. Ensure all relevant codes of practice and regulations are upheld
8. Participate in service delivery audit and quality improvement initiatives
9. Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights

What you'll have:

1. HCPC registration
2. Specialist level dysphagia competency on RCSLT framework
3. Previous experience (or a strong interest) in neurological rehabilitation
4. An excellent interpersonal worker, maintaining consistent and effective workplace relationships
5. Able to demonstrate initiative and creativity
6. Excellent organisation and communication skills
7. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer.

What to look forward to:

1. 25 days plus bank holidays
2. Birthday off
3. Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e-learning and face-to-face training and development opportunities
4. Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
5. Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
6. A Nest Personal Pension account
7. 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
8. We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
9. Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
10. Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
11. ……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