Speech and Language Therapist

Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT NHS); Lincoln; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Lincoln is seeking a qualified Speech and Language Therapist to support adults with learning disabilities and autism. This role offers a chance to engage in diverse clinical work while working in a supportive team and collaborating with various partners. Ideal for newly qualified therapists looking for a developmental post with structured career progression.

Benefits

Commitment to diversity and career development

High staff morale and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist with relevant degree.
• Experience working with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Ability to assess, plan, and implement care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan evidence-based care for service users.
• Provide professional advice across multiple service pathways.
• Collaborate with various health and social care partners.

Skills

Experience with learning disabilities

Communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Are You a Qualified Speech And Language Therapist Interested in Making a Difference?

... is passionate about working with people with a learning disability and/or autistic adults?

... enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and having the opportunity for creative, dynamic approaches to your work?

If so, this is the job and team for you.

About the Service

The Enhanced Support And Liaison Service (ESLS) is a newly formed service that supports adults with learning disabilities and/or autistic adults who are:

• at risk of placement breakdown
• at risk of hospital admission
• in need of support to access mainstream mental health services

Role Overview

This post is suitable for a Speech and Language Therapist who enjoys diverse clinical work and can work well within a team as well as autonomously. It offers an excellent opportunity for skill consolidation across our three service pathways and is ideal for newly qualified therapists interested in a structured Band 5-6 development post.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing evidence-based care for service users with learning disabilities and/or autism who have communication needs and dysphagia.

You will provide professional advice and support across the three pathways within ESLS:

• Community Liaison Pathways
• Inpatient/discharge Pathway
• Enhanced and intensive community intervention & support

ESLS works with teams and services across the trust to provide support and intervention for those in mental health inpatient services, at risk of admission, or at risk of placement breakdown. This support includes liaison, advice, training, and consultation with trust services and wider system partners such as the Integrated Care Board (ICB), Lincolnshire County Council, United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust, Police, and voluntary/third sector organizations.

About Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability, autism, and social care services in Lincolnshire, employing around 2,900 staff and serving over 768,400 people. Our trust is rated as one of the best in England, with an 'outstanding' well-led rating and a 'good' overall rating from the Care Quality Commission. Staff morale is high, and we are committed to diversity, training, and career development.

Whether starting your career, seeking a new challenge, or looking for a great place to live and work, Lincolnshire offers a rewarding environment. Visit beinlincolnshire.com to learn more.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Sonia Sansom
• Job Title: Service Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]