Adult Speech and Language Therapist (NHS AfC: Band 6) - Adult Speech and Language Therapy - Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust – Canterbury, Kent
Exciting Opportunities for Adult Speech and Language Therapists in East Kent!
Are you a passionate, qualified Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a real impact? If you thrive on working with adults with neurological conditions, then we want YOU to join our dynamic teams at Kent Community Health Foundation Trust (KCHFT). We have exciting roles available across stunning East Kent locations, with opportunities to shape your career in an award-winning community Trust.
Available Roles:
* Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team – Dover/Deal (Band 6/7) Be part of an expert, multi-disciplinary team working with patients on the stroke pathway and support individuals with progressive neurological diseases. Make a difference every day in a rewarding, varied community role.
* Stroke Unit – Margate (Band 6/7) Work in a specialist 15-bedded stroke rehab unit as a key member of our friendly, welcoming stroke rehabilitation team. You’ll be on the front line of recovery, helping patients regain their communication and swallowing skills after life-changing events. Some weekend working will be required.
* Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team – Canterbury and Coast (Band 6) Deliver vital assessment and therapy across clinics, care homes, and patients’ homes. Join our well-established, supportive SLT team and build strong relationships with the individuals you care for.
Why Choose Us?
* Ongoing Support & Development: We’re committed to your growth. Benefit from regular supervision, mentorship, and CPD opportunities to keep your skills sharp and your career advancing.
* Flexibility: Not quite fitting the mould of the roles listed? No problem! We’re open to discussing flexible hours and bands for the right candidate. Let’s find the perfect fit together.
* Outstanding Trust: We are proud to be rated Outstanding by the CQC. With strong leadership from our experienced Chief Allied Health Professions Officer and Professional Lead for Speech and Language Therapy, you’ll feel supported and valued in your role.
* Competitive Benefits: A £1000 towards your accommodation costs in a great place to live may be available for some positions.
Join a Trust that truly values its Allied Health Professionals and works hard to create an inclusive, inspiring environment.
Ready to make a difference? Check out the job descriptions for more details, or contact us to explore how you can be part of our fantastic teams!
Additional Working Pattern: Varies across posts
Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’ve got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, and excellent.
We know a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients, and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won’t involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We’ll support you to work flexibly in a way that suits us both.
Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
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