Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust; Swineshead; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A health services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to assist in the delivery of therapeutic programmes. The role involves working with a supportive team to provide care across various settings, including patient homes and clinics. Flexible working hours are available, and there are opportunities for professional development in a caring environment.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Ability to assist qualified Speech and Language Therapists in delivering therapeutic programmes.
• Responsibility for the welfare, health, and safety of patients in care.
• Motivation and enthusiasm to provide patient input.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of therapeutic programmes under a qualified therapist.
• Prepare equipment and resources for therapy sessions.
• Work in various settings including patient homes and outpatient clinics.

Skills

Assist in therapeutic programmes

Welfare and safety of patients

Preparation of equipment and resources

Job description

Overview

Assist in the delivery of therapeutic programmes under the direction of a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, either in a 1:1 or group situation, taking responsibility for the welfare, health and safety of patients in their care.

• Prepare equipment and resources, making use of IT where appropriate.

Flexible Working

LCHG recognises the increasing demand for more flexibility in working practices to accommodate personal goals and commitments. Flexible working opportunities such as part‑time working, compressed hours, job shares and hybrid working models can help staff balance personal and work commitments. Arrangements can be put in place if it can be shown that individual needs are balanced with service and team impact, enabling the Trust to recruit and retain skilled staff, raise morale, reduce absenteeism and respond to changing service needs more effectively.

Position Details

We are pleased to advertise opportunities for band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistants for the Adult SLT community service. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our forward‑thinking and supportive team and provide input to our patients in the Lincolnshire community. We deliver care to a variety of settings including patient homes, outpatient clinics, nursing and care homes.

There are two posts available at 22.5 hours a week but other hours may be considered. If your preference is for a full‑time post, there may be sessions available on the Ashby Ward, an 18‑bed inpatient rehabilitation unit based at Lincoln County Hospital, providing care for patients with acquired brain injuries and neurological conditions.

Location preference can be discussed at interview but the posts need to meet the geographical needs of the service as we operate across Lincolnshire.

Professional Development

We are highly committed to professional development and evidence‑based practice, with support from a range of clinical specialists. We have a well‑established local AAC Service and the East Midlands AAC Regional hub based in Lincoln, offering opportunities for training and joint working with AAC professionals from the hub. There is regular access to clinical supervision, CPD including county‑wide skill‑sharing groups, and participation in improvement initiatives.

About Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire is a wonderful place to live and work. The county is predominantly rural and there is something for everyone.