Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist
Ref: CYG37879
Location: Pindar House, S70 4PX
Salary: Up to £28,702 per year DoE (WTE £47,837)
Hours: Part Time - 24h (3 days per week)
Application Deadline: Monday 21 October 2024
About the location:
Cygnet Pindar House is a 22-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility for men affected by acquired brain injury. It is a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering support to those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease in managing the progression of their symptoms.
What do we want?
We are looking for an experienced SLT to provide assessment, advice, and treatment who is skilled in diagnosis and management of swallow and communication needs. You will work alongside nurses, OTs, physios, psychologists, and psychiatrists, compassionately supporting individuals and their families to achieve person-centred goals. You will also be accountable for the supervision and management of another SLT who works in the service on a full-time basis.
We're looking for someone who has:
* A degree/postgraduate diploma (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy
* Current registration with HCPC (Health Care Professions Council)
* Membership of the RCSLT (Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists)
* Willingness to develop and supervise onsite other SLTs
* Experience managing acquired speech, language, and communication needs associated with neurological changes
* Experience in eating, drinking, feeding, and swallowing assessment and management (essential)
In return we’ll offer you:
* Excellent Clinical Supervision, Peer Support, CPD, and developmental opportunities
* Generous annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Staff Benefits including NHS Discounts, Free Health Cash Plan, Life Insurance, Pension, Gym membership, 24/7 GP, free meals, onsite parking, long service awards, mortgage advice, referral bonuses, and more!
* Full induction training
* Monthly Clinical Supervision from the Clinical Lead SLT for Neuropsychiatry
* Quarterly onsite line management from the Registered Manager
* Access to a network of over 55 SLTs companywide
* Strategic and clinical leadership from the Director of SLT who reports to the Group Clinical Director
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check, and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
Please note the vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.
What next?
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