Speech & Language Therapist - Ipswich * GOLDEN HELLO BONUS £3000 SUBJECT TO T & C'S *

TN United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Speech & Language Therapist to join a dedicated team in Ipswich. This role involves providing expert therapy to individuals with acquired brain injuries, applying the neurobehavioural approach, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on clients' lives while fostering a supportive environment. With a competitive salary and a generous golden hello bonus, this position promises both professional growth and the chance to contribute to meaningful rehabilitation efforts. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to improving lives through innovative therapy solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing speech and language therapy to individuals with brain injuries.
• Knowledge of current research and best practices in neurorehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language therapy to individuals with acquired brain injuries.
• Manage a caseload of clients with complex needs and develop appropriate care plans.
• Engage with clients to overcome communication barriers and promote their goals.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Neurobehavioural Approach

Evidence-based Practice

Communication Skills

Assessment and Planning

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Specialist Speech & Language Therapist GOLDEN HELLO BONUS £3000 SUBJECT TO T & C'S Ipswich Salary: £35,392 to £42,618 DOE, pro rata Hours: Up to 22.5 hours per week

Why join us? Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are passionate about their work – you will find a strong team spirit and supportive colleagues across our services.

MAIN PURPOSE: To work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing speech and language therapy (SaLT) within the Brainkind Neurobehavioural model to People We Support with acquired brain injury (ABI), and to lead on SaLT provision within the service. To liaise with internal and external professionals, family members, and People We Support.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Apply the neurobehavioural approach to brain injury, demonstrating knowledge of current research findings and best practices.
2. Manage and prioritise a caseload of People We Support with complex needs and/or challenging behaviour.
3. Use evidence-based practice, service user-centred principles, and clinical reasoning for assessment, planning, and intervention.
4. Undertake comprehensive assessments considering environment, context, and future plans to formulate appropriate goals, care plans, and therapy programmes.
5. Overcome communication barriers to engage People We Support in assessments and discharge planning, including working within legal frameworks for those lacking capacity.
6. Seek consent from People We Support or advocate for inclusion and sharing of information respecting confidentiality.
7. Provide information about communication abilities and support needs.
8. Complete swallowing assessments, providing recommendations, care plans, referrals, and staff training for dysphagia management.
9. Comply with risk management and safeguarding responsibilities, seeking improvements and actions as needed.
10. Complete risk assessments and promote health and safety in the work area.
11. Exercise duty of care in all aspects of the role.
12. Maintain equipment and inventory, informing management of needs.
13. Maintain HCPC registration and portfolio requirements.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership: Work flexibly and creatively as an autonomous professional, promote quality and improvement, develop collaborative relationships, lead service planning and evaluation, and act as a role model.

Research and Development: Undertake research/audit, participate in service sustainability, and liaise with clinical teams and networks.

Facilitation of Learning: Support learning culture, contribute to training, promote awareness of speech therapy, and participate in supervision.

Personal Development: Maintain and improve own practice, participate in training, and seek advice/support as needed. Undertake mandatory training and other learning opportunities.

To apply, click the Apply Now button. We shortlist and interview on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged. Successful candidates will undergo checks including references and DBS/PVG. Brainkind is a Disability Confident Employer and promotes diversity and inclusion.