Speech and Language Therapist - Dysphagia

Linq Recruitment Specialists; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist service for adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism in Grimsby. In this full-time role, you will deliver specialized assessments and interventions, support individuals with dysphagia, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. Required qualifications include a degree in Speech and Language Therapy, HCPC registration, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. The position offers flexible working hours and a supportive leadership structure.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive leadership

Established MDT

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working with adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
• HCPC registered.
• Experience with dysphagia.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist SALT assessment and intervention for adults with LD and Autism.
• Support individuals with dysphagia and complex communication needs.
• Work collaboratively within a well-established MDT.

Skills

Speech therapy techniques

Communication skills

Assessment and intervention

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist - Dysphagia

Location: Grimsby

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am5pm (flexible 8am4pm considered)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

We are recruiting for a Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist Learning Disabilities and Autism service for adults. This is a newly created role, introduced to meet the growing needs of the service and to provide dedicated on-site SALT support.

The Service

• Specialist LD and Autism service for adults (18+)
• Mixed-gender service
• Apartment-style setting (not a ward), made up of terraced apartments around a central courtyard
• Maximum capacity of 20 service users
• Some individuals require single occupancy within two-bed apartments to meet their needs
• All service users are detained under Section 3
• No current forensic cases
• Focus on progression to community placements (typically 12 years, though some stays are longer due to placement availability)
• Rated Good by CQC, with consistently positive regulatory feedback
• Established MDT in place, including Occupational Therapy and Psychology

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to shape and develop SALT provision within the service. You will:

• Deliver specialist SALT assessment and intervention for adults with LD and Autism
• Support individuals with dysphagia and complex communication needs
• Work collaboratively within a well-established MDT
• Contribute to person-centred care planning and positive outcomes
• Provide clinical supervision to a SALT apprentice (if experienced)
• Report to the Regional Lead SALT and Hospital Director

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC registered
• Minimum 2 years experience working with adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism
• Dysphagia experience
• Ability to work independently within a specialist setting

Desirable Experience

• Understanding of sensory needs
• Experience using AAC and Makaton
• Experience providing clinical supervision
• Experience working with individuals who have a history of trauma

Whats on Offer

• Supportive regional and on-site leadership
• Established MDT with OT and Psychology already in place
• Flexible working hours (84 or 95)