Speech and Language Therapist
Salary: £29,544 - £35,964
Permanent: 40 hours per week
Locations: Thornfield Grange DL14 7QZ
Oaklands NE46 4JR
Redlands DL3 9LP
We are looking for a dedicated and caring Speech and Language Therapist to join our community-based clinical team. The post holder will provide speech and language therapy services at 3 of our learning disability residential services in the geographical region. This post is suitable for a newly qualified SLT, including graduates who will have HCPC registration by March 2025.
The post holder will cover the following:
* Thornfield Grange (2 days per week)
* Oaklands (2 days per week)
* Redlands (½ day per week)
* The remaining ½ day will be for clinical administration and working on personal development.
The homes are specialist residential services for individuals with a learning disability and autistic adults who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those we support, promoting independence and community integration. This role is a permanent position working 5 days a week with a maximum caseload size of 15.
The post holder will also have the opportunity to complete their post-basic dysphagia training in June 2025 and be supported with evidencing competence in this field of practice.
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist with:
* Placement experience OR a strong interest in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Learning Disabilities
* A focus on person-centred support and planning
* An understanding of the importance of being a team player with a genuine desire to help others
* Good organisational skills
* A willingness to work flexibly in dynamic environments
* The ability to take direction from senior colleagues
* Enthusiasm, motivation and passion
In return we'll offer you:
* Support with your NQP competencies, including 1:1 weekly meetings, fortnightly access to an NQP Forum and monthly Clinical Supervision from a Highly Specialist SALT.
* An immediate peer network of SLTs working within Cygnet's Social Care Division.
* Excellent CPD and developmental opportunities
* Post-Basic Dysphagia training - June 2025 and ongoing competency support.
* Opportunity for collaborative working with healthcare professionals, family and carers
* Meal provision and parking on duty
* You will be supported with managing your caseload demands and travel between locations - you will also be reimbursed for travel expenses incurred from your base location
* A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre including Blue light cards, gym memberships and much more!
* Company Pension scheme
* Full induction training
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact Katie Dixon, Specialist Recruiter or Carla Bartlett, Director of SLT (Social Care).
Are you ready for a new and rewarding opportunity? Apply now.
Closing date: 1 month
Interview date(s): January 2025. Please note, this post may close sooner and interviews be offered prior to the allocated date if sufficient applications are received.
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