Speech & Language Therapist

Pulse; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse is seeking an experienced Speech & Language Therapist for a private hospital specializing in Adult Neuro-Rehabilitation in East Midlands. This role involves assessing and treating communication difficulties stemming from brain injuries and managing a caseload. Candidates should have HCPC registration and strong knowledge of acquired brain injury. Enjoy benefits like up to 25 days annual leave and development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 25 days of annual leave

Free parking

Cycle scheme

Peer support from other SLTs

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Understanding the impact of mental health on communication disorders.
• Strong knowledge of acquired brain injury and traumatic brain injury.

Responsibilities

• Assess communication difficulties and provide treatment.
• Participate in ward rounds and care plan meetings.
• Manage complex cases with cultural and linguistic considerations.

Skills

Knowledge of acquired brain injury

Communication management strategies

Understanding mental health impact

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Pulse has recently partnered with one of the UK’s leading providers of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. We are currently seeking an experienced Speech & Language Therapist to support the clinical leadership of our service. This role is based in Melton Mowbray.

About the role:

The Speech & Language Therapist will work in a private 50-bed hospital specializing in Adult Neuro-Rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injuries, including traumatic brain injury, stroke, or progressive neurological conditions. The goal is to reduce challenging behaviour and optimise functional skills.

Duties include:

• Assessing, managing, and treating communication difficulties following brain injury.
• Participating in ward rounds and care plan meetings.
• Providing training for new staff from a communication perspective.
• Managing your caseload and developing as a clinical practitioner.

Benefits:

• Up to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Free parking at all sites.
• Cycle scheme with tax-free bikes and equipment, saving up to 42%.
• Support to complete newly qualified competencies (RCSLT).
• Peer support from other SLTs on site.

Main responsibilities:

• Handling complex cases with cultural and linguistic considerations and developing management strategies.
• Conducting audits and contributing to research.
• Possessing specialist knowledge of acquired communication and swallowing disorders.

Candidate requirements:

• HCPC registration.
• Understanding of the impact of mental health on communication disorders.
• Strong knowledge of acquired brain injury (ABI) and traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Why work with Pulse?

We offer access to exclusive vacancies through our extensive network, support for international roles outside England and the UK, and a dedicated team with longstanding professional relationships.

Please note: We cannot support applications from candidates residing in regions listed on the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.