Speech and Language Therapist

Liaise; Highbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Clinical supervision

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Liaise is seeking a compassionate Speech and Language Therapist to join our Specialist Support Team, delivering person-centred, evidence-based interventions for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will manage your own caseload, assess and treat communication and dysphagia needs, develop therapy plans, train staff, and collaborate with families and GPs to improve outcomes.

All appointments are subject to DBS checks; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and some

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Experience assessing and managing communication needs and dysphagia.
• AAC experience is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
• Assess, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing (dysphagia) difficulties.
• Develop person-centred therapy plans, communication profiles and dysphagia management plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Train and coach support teams to implement communication strategies and safe dysphagia practices.
• Promote inclusive communication using AAC, Makaton, symbols and other methods.
• Collaborate with families, GPs, social workers and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures.
• Contribute to service development, audits and continuous quality improvement.
• Support colleagues by providing specialist advice and training.

Skills

Adult LD & autism experience

Dysphagia assessment

AAC experience

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Independent working

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

RCSLT membership

Job description

At Liaise, we specialise in supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live fulfilling, independent lives. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Speech and Language Therapistto join ourSpecialist Support Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, delivering person-centred, evidence-based interventions that enhance communication, promote independence, and improve the health, wellbeing and quality of life of the individuals we support.

Role Summary:

• Manage your own caseload of adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
• Assess, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing (dysphagia) difficulties.
• Develop person-centred therapy plans, communication profiles and dysphagia management plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Train and coach support teams to implement communication strategies and safe dysphagia practices.
• Promote inclusive communication using AAC, Makaton, symbols and other communication methods where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with families, support staff, GPs, social workers and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures.
• Contribute to service development, audits and continuous quality improvement.
• Support the development of colleagues by providing specialist advice and training.

What we are looking for:

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Experience assessing and managing communication needs and dysphagia.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).
• Experience delivering training to colleagues and support teams.
• Experience contributing to service development or clinical audits.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between services.

What we offer:

• A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Regular clinical and professional supervision.
• Ongoing CPD opportunities.
• The opportunity to influence and develop our Speech and Language Therapy service.
• A rewarding role where your work genuinely changes lives.

Liaise is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.