Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust; Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Dartford is seeking a part-time Band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to support patients with communication and swallowing disorders. The ideal candidate will have healthcare experience and sound administrative skills. You will work directly with patients and provide essential support to Speech and Language Therapists. This role offers a friendly and proactive team environment in a hospital close to London.

Benefits

Higher cost-of-living supplement

Qualifications

• Experience working within a healthcare setting.
• Sound administration skills.
• Basic clinical skills.
• Knowledge of Speech and Language Therapy is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support SLT staff with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Carry out basic clinical tasks in direct patient care.
• Provide administrative support to Speech and Language Therapists.

Skills

Experience in a healthcare setting

Sound administration skills

Basic clinical skills

Knowledge of Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

About the Role

The Adult Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) team at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford are excited to recruit a permanent part‑time (up to 22.5 hours p/w) Band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (SLTA). The hospital is situated within easy commuting distance from central London by car or train, with an included higher‑cost‑of‑living supplement. We pride ourselves in being a friendly, proactive and flexible team.

The role will focus on supporting SLT staff working with people with communication and swallowing disorders, including working directly with patients in basic clinical tasks. The successful candidate will also provide some administrative support to the Speech and Language Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Support SLT staff with people who have communication and swallowing disorders.
• Carry out basic clinical tasks in direct patient care.
• Provide administrative support to Speech and Language Therapists.

Requirements

• Experience working within a healthcare setting.
• Sound administration skills.
• Basic clinical skills.
• Insight into or knowledge of Speech and Language Therapy is desirable.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.