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Locum Speech and Language Therapist (Band 6) within the Community Team in Newham, UK, earning up to £29 per hour on an hourly basis. Full Time. Ongoing.

This is a vibrant opportunity for a motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our dedicated Community Team in Newham, offering a chance to work in an energetic and supportive environment. In this role, you’ll provide specialised service and expertise in acquired communication and swallowing disorders, particularly for clients post-stroke. With a competitive rate up to £29 per hour on an ongoing basis, this full-time position offers an excellent chance to expand your skills in a diverse and multicultural community.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time work guarantees stability and valuable professional experience as you build and refine your skills in the field.
• Competitive hourly rates give you the financial boost you deserve.
• Enjoy the flexibility and variety that locum work provides, allowing you to explore different settings and expand your expertise.
• Access to ongoing professional development ensures you’re always learning and growing in your career.

What you will do:

• Provide specialist SLT services to clients after stroke, exhibiting high competence in managing communication and swallowing disorders, understanding the broad impacts of stroke.
• Collaborate effectively with the ESD, stroke, and neuro pathways, supporting the inpatient multidisciplinary team.
• Manage and prioritize a complex clinical caseload, ensuring high-quality client care.
• Offer advice and support to clients, carers, and volunteers on post-stroke communication and swallowing challenges.
• Assess needs for alternative and augmentative communication aids, providing necessary training to clients and carers.
• Offer guidance and supervision to colleagues regarding SLT interventions for stroke and neurological conditions while promoting continuous professional development.
• Work in partnership with local and regional agencies to develop long-term support for stroke survivors with communication difficulties, following Long Term Support Commissioning Guidelines.
• Develop and evaluate training programs for carers and team members on SLT interventions.

Requirements:

• You must be HCPC registered, ensuring adherence to professional standards.
• A valid driving licence is required to facilitate traveling across various service areas.

Living and working in Newham offers a unique blend of urban excitement and cultural richness. Experience the dynamic, multicultural community filled with excellent transport links, vibrant local life, and access to world-renowned amenities. A role here is not just a job; it’s a chance to make a real difference in a thriving community.

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