Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; Hothfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hothfield is seeking a compassionate Speech and Language Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team in neurological rehabilitation. This role offers a developmental path with strong emphasis on supervision, training, and mentorship. Candidates should have HCPC registration and experience in neurological settings is preferred. An exciting compensation package and workplace culture await in this rewarding position.

Benefits

Birthday off

Active Reward App

Employee Assistance Programme

Aegon 5% matched pension

Medicash Health Plan

Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience from placements or previous work in neurological settings.
• A passion for working with adults with acquired/traumatic brain injury.
• A willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support the assessment and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions under supervision.
• Contribute to goal-setting and therapy planning in collaboration with the MDT.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

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

Main duties of the job

Are you a compassionate and motivated Speech and Language Therapist ready to kick-start or develop your career in neurological rehabilitation?

Join our expert multidisciplinary team at Hothfield Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, part Active Neuro - our newly launched specialist division - dedicated to supporting individuals with acquired or traumatic brain injury and other neurological conditions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of our flagship Active Neuro services, recognised for delivering person-centred care and innovative communication and swallowing rehabilitation programmes.

Whether you're newly qualified or looking to gain specialist experience in a rewarding and supportive setting, 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.

Job responsibilities

The role:

As a Band 5 SLT, you will:

• Support the assessment and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions under supervision
• Contribute to goal-setting and therapy planning in collaboration with the wider MDT
• Be supported to develop skills in managing aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, cognitive-communication disorder, and dysphagia
• Participate in supervision, reflective practice and training opportunities
• Take an active role in service development and clinical discussions
• Ensure that patient care is safe, effective, and in line with national guidelines

This is a developmental role with clear progression pathways and a strong emphasis on supervision and mentoring. You will work directly alongside our onsite Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and benefit from regular learning opportunities, structured CPD, and support from the wider Active Neuro network.

What to look forward to:

• Birthday off
• 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
• 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

• HCPC registration

Experience

• Experience from placements or previous work in neurological settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for working with adults with acquired/traumatic brain injury
• A willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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 name

Active Care Group

Address

Hothfield Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Hothfield Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre