Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist with mental health experience to join Wellesley Hospital, a purpose-built 75-bed hospital in Wellington, Somerset. You will lead group therapy sessions, build rapport with service users, and contribute to the recovery process. The role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Main duties of the job As a Speech and Language Therapist at Wellesley Hospital, you will work with a team of healthcare professionals to provide specialist care and support to patients with mental health issues. Your responsibilities will include assessing, planning, and implementing interventions to help patients develop and improve their speech and communication skills. You will also contribute to research and audits, demonstrating your expertise in managing complex cases and addressing cultural and linguistic differences. About us Elysium Healthcare is a stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees, providing a range of healthcare services across England and Wales. As part of the Ramsay Health Care group, Elysium has a global network of over 86,000 employees, offering you the opportunity to grow and develop within the organisation. Date posted 10 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £42,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1271338120 Job locations Elysium Healthcare Wellington TA21 9FF Job description Job responsibilities Are you a Speech and Language Therapist with mental health experience, looking for a new opportunity where you will be supported to develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, join Wellesley Hospital in Where you will be working Location : Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 75 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with mental health problems. The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust, Cygnet Healthcare and Live well to deliver the best possible environment for patients with mental health issues. You will lead group therapeutic group sessions, helping people develop and improve their speech and communication. Building one-to-one rapport with service users, you will encourage engagement and empower recovery. You will have experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, you’ll receive support from a regional network of healthcare professionals and enjoy access to a variety of training courses to support you reach your career goals As a Speech and Language Therapist you will be: Demonstrating specialist skills in dealing with complex cases, cultural and linguistic differences, and to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management. Undertaking audits and contributing to research in the provision of treatments. Specialist knowledge in the areas of mental health care services To be successful in this role, you'll need: HCPC registration Experience of managing a caseload involving assessment and treatment of dysphagia Experience of working with families Evidence of continuing Professional Development What you will get: Annual salary of up to £42,000 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Job description Job responsibilities Are you a Speech and Language Therapist with mental health experience, looking for a new opportunity where you will be supported to develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, join Wellesley Hospital in Where you will be working Location : Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 75 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with mental health problems. The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust, Cygnet Healthcare and Live well to deliver the best possible environment for patients with mental health issues. You will lead group therapeutic group sessions, helping people develop and improve their speech and communication. Building one-to-one rapport with service users, you will encourage engagement and empower recovery. You will have experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, you’ll receive support from a regional network of healthcare professionals and enjoy access to a variety of training courses to support you reach your career goals As a Speech and Language Therapist you will be: Demonstrating specialist skills in dealing with complex cases, cultural and linguistic differences, and to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management. Undertaking audits and contributing to research in the provision of treatments. Specialist knowledge in the areas of mental health care services To be successful in this role, you'll need: HCPC registration Experience of managing a caseload involving assessment and treatment of dysphagia Experience of working with families Evidence of continuing Professional Development What you will get: Annual salary of up to £42,000 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be successful in this role, you will need to be HCPC registered, with experience in managing a caseload involving the assessment and treatment of dysphagia. You should also have experience working with families and evidence of continuing professional development. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be successful in this role, you will need to be HCPC registered, with experience in managing a caseload involving the assessment and treatment of dysphagia. You should also have experience working with families and evidence of continuing professional development. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare Address Elysium Healthcare Wellington TA21 9FF Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)