Stroke SLT: Acute Care & Rehabilitation Therapist

NHS; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in England seeks a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join their stroke service team at Maidstone hospital. The ideal candidate will assess and manage adult clients with communication disorders while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. The Trust offers a robust induction program and opportunities for continuous professional development, making it an excellent environment for newly qualified therapists. Salary ranges from £31,049 to £37,796 annually depending on experience.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required to work with patients and team.
• Organisational skills for managing time and prioritising tasks.
• Experience with SLT assessments in an acute setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage clients with communication disorders.
• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Provide training and support to family and caregivers.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrable organisational and reflection skills

Demonstrable auditory and perceptual skills in clinical analysis

Education

Degree or post graduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

A prominent NHS Trust in England seeks a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join their stroke service team at Maidstone hospital. The ideal candidate will assess and manage adult clients with communication disorders while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. The Trust offers a robust induction program and opportunities for continuous professional development, making it an excellent environment for newly qualified therapists. Salary ranges from £31,049 to £37,796 annually depending on experience.