Speech and Language Therapist - Southport

Amber Mace; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a highly motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team in Southport. This role involves assessing and treating individuals with communication and swallowing disorders, particularly in neuro settings, contributing to innovative service delivery in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with progression based on experience

Supportive team environment

CPD and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Manage treatment plans for patients with speech and language needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop interventions.
• Supervise junior staff and support service innovation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Management

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist - Southport

Location: Southport, Merseyside
Salary: £38,000 £48,000 per annum (dependent on experience; higher rate for neuro experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team in Southport. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with individuals experiencing complex communication and swallowing disorders, particularly those with neurological conditions. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality, evidence-based interventions in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Main Purpose
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapy for patients with communication and/or swallowing disorders, using patient-centred and evidence-based approaches. You will work autonomously within a multidisciplinary setting, leading the development of treatment plans and supporting service innovation.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Quality
• Manage and coordinate individualised treatment plans for patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs.
• Undertake timely and thorough assessments, prioritising patient needs and developing appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records in line with professional and legal requirements.
• Supervise and support junior staff and students, promoting best practice and ongoing learning.
• Work closely with the wider MDT to ensure holistic care and integration of services.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, carers, and external agencies.
Innovation & Leadership
• Lead on the implementation of new therapy techniques and contribute to service development across the local and regional teams.
• Stay up to date with the latest research and therapeutic methods, translating these into effective interventions.
• Share clinical expertise with colleagues and act as a mentor or advisor within your area of speciality (particularly neuro).
Value & Service Development
• Ensure efficient, cost-effective therapy provision that aligns with service budgets and site objectives.
• Contribute to local business growth by promoting the service internally and externally.
• Monitor therapy outcomes and contribute to the collection of KPIs and audit data.

Essential Criteria
• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Experience working with communication and/or swallowing disorders
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable Criteria
• Experience working with neurological conditions (e.g. stroke, Parkinson s, brain injury)
• Membership with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Postgraduate dysphagia training or equivalent competencies
• Experience leading clinical innovations or service developments

Additional Information
• Participation in regular clinical supervision and CPD is expected.
• The role may involve occasional travel between sites or community visits.
• The working environment may involve emotionally demanding situations due to the nature of patient needs.

Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary with progression based on experience
• Opportunity to develop specialist neuro skills
• Supportive team environment
• CPD and professional development opportunities
• A chance to make a tangible difference in patients' lives

For more information, please give Rory a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).