Speech & Language Therapist

Sanctuary Personnel; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Continuing Professional Development

Collaborative work culture

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Speech & Language Therapist in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. The role offers a £42,000 annual salary and permanent full-time status within a leading healthcare facility.

You will join a dedicated multidisciplinary team to provide specialist assessments and interventions for residents with complex communication and swallowing needs, delivering high-quality care in a busy setting.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Experience managing dysphagia caseloads.
• Experience working with families is essential.
• Evidence of ongoing Professional Development (CPD) in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessments and interventions for residents with acquired disorders related to neurological, respiratory, and other medical conditions.
• Manage a complex caseload including tracheostomies, prolonged disorders of consciousness, and cognitive-communication disorders.
• Coordinate and deliver advanced communication and dysphagia interventions using evidence-based approaches.
• Offer expert advice and leadership around communication and swallowing needs within a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop and evaluate individualised Speech and Language treatment programs with residents.

Skills

Dysphagia caseload mgmt

Family experience

CPD

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

JOB-20241107-7e15468c

Job Title: Speech & Language Therapist
Specialism: Speech & Language Therapy
Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Salary: £42,000 annually
Type: Permanent, Full-time

We are on the search for a vibrant and skilled Speech & Language Therapist to join our esteemed Language Therapy team in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. Situated at a leading healthcare facility renowned for its innovative approach to patient care, you will find a supportive and progressive work environment perfect for nurturing your professional skills. This permanent full-time position offers a generous annual salary of £42,000. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents as you work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team in a rewarding, high-energy setting.

Perks and benefits:

• Full-time employment: Providing stability, allowing you to dive deep and make a real impact in your field.

• Continuing Professional Development: Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development ensure you continue to grow and advance your skill set.

• Collaborative work culture: A positive and collaborative work culture that supports your creativity and professional growth.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Comprehensive healthcare coverage to support your well-being.

• State-of-the-art facilities: Access to first-class facilities and the latest state-of-the-art equipment to facilitate top-quality care.

What you will do:

• Provide specialist assessment and intervention for individuals with acquired disorders from neurological, respiratory, and other medical conditions.

• Manage a complex caseload that includes residents with tracheostomies, prolonged disorders of consciousness, locked-in syndrome, and cognitive-communication disorders, ensuring person-centred care.

• Coordinate and deliver advanced communication and dysphagia interventions using evidence-based approaches.

• Offer expert advice and leadership around communication and swallowing needs as a key multidisciplinary team member.

• Develop and evaluate individualised Speech and Language treatment programs, co-producing meaningful goals with residents.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct highly specialist assessments of communication related to complex clinical conditions.

• Manage assessment, treatment, and outcomes for complex Eating, Drinking, and Swallowing disorders.

• Utilise Fibre-optic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and identify when videofluoroscopy is required.

• Provide assessment and interventions for residents with tracheostomies, including those requiring ventilator support.

• Employ clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice in crafting and overseeing treatment plans.

Requirements:

• HCPC registration

• Experienced in managing caseloads involving dysphagia assessment and treatment

• Experience working with families is essential

• Evidence of ongoing Professional Development in relevant areas

Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Hertfordshire, Borehamwood offers a beautiful blend of countryside charm and modern amenities, making it a fantastic place to live and work. Convenient transport links offer easy access to London, while the community's vibrant atmosphere and lovely parks provide an excellent balance to city life. Join us and embrace the opportunity to contribute to a community that values and elevates its members.