Speech and Language Therapist

Hartford Care; Wolverhampton, Dudley; On-site; GBP 97,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional renewal fees paid

Free DBS check

Continuous training and development

Job summary

Hartford Care Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join our bank pool. The role covers three complex nursing homes: Royal Park, Jubilee Court and Elizabeth Court, with a total of 5 hours per week across sites.

The hourly rate is £85, and we provide support with professional renewal fees, a free DBS check, and ongoing training to support development and best-practice care.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Experience in assessing and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to speech production.
• Ability to work across multiple sites and document progress.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans.
• Provide therapy sessions using evidence-based techniques.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to achieve outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support care goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with regulatory standards.

Skills

HCPC registration

Speech therapy techniques

Interpersonal skills

Caseload management

Job description

Select Health Care part of the Hartford Care Group

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist

Contract: 5 hours per week across our 3 complex nursing homes - Royal Park (WV2 2BL), Jubilee Court (WV14 9EJ) and Elizabeth Court (DY4 7PS)

Salary: £85 per hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Therapist to join our team on a bank basis. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of speech therapy techniques and be committed to helping individuals improve their communication skills. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages. The Speech Therapist will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to develop tailored treatment plans that meet the unique needs of each patient.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech, language, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on assessment results.
• Provide therapy sessions to patients, utilising evidence-based techniques and interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care and rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills/Qualifications

• HCPC registration
• Proficient in speech therapy practices and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of physiology related to speech production and communication processes.
• Familiarity with medical terminology relevant to speech-language pathology.
• Understanding of anatomy as it pertains to the respiratory system, vocal cords, and oral structures involved in communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with patients and their families.
• Strong organisational skills for managing caseloads effectively while ensuring quality care delivery.

What we can offer you

• Professional renewal fees paid for
• Free DBS check
• Continuous training and realistic development