Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Brain Injury/Neuro

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Brain Injury/Neuro
Location: Central London
Hours: Permanent/Full-time position | Mon - Fri covering 37.5hrs p/week
Salary: Up to £53,000 p/annum depending on experience
Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for leadership and mentoring junior team members? If so, we want to hear from you! Our prestigious private Rebab centre, located in the East London, is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our dynamic team.

Key Requirements:

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1. \nHCPC Registered:
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• Candidate must hold a valid registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) without any restrictions on their professional practice.
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• \nNeuro Rehabilitation Experience:
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• Previous experience working in a Neuro rehab setting is essential.
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• \nDysphagia Expertise:
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• Competency in managing Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties) is crucial.
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• \nPatient Support:
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• Ability to support and motivate patients throughout their treatment and recovery process.
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• \nBand Level:
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• Ideally working at a Band 6 level, though this is negotiable for a strong candidate.
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• \nExperience with Communication Disorders:
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• Proficiency in managing conditions such as:
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• \nAphasia (language disorder)
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• Cognitive communication disorders
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• \nDysarthria (speech difficulties due to muscle weakness)
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• \nApraxia (difficulty in motor planning for speech)
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• \nDysphagia (swallowing difficulties)
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Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

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1. \nSwallow Disorder Assessment and Management:
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• Assessment, case management, and effective communication regarding swallowing disorders.
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• \nMaintaining Standards:
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• Upholding high standards across the department to ensure patient care is delivered at a top level.
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• \nRehab Ward Support:
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• Assisting with the day-to-day management and operations of the rehab SLT ward.
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• \nPatient Safety:
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• Ensuring the safety of patients at all times during their care and therapy.
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• \nTraining Participation:
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• Actively engaging in internal training such as:
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• Induction and mandatory training
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• \nMultidisciplinary Team (MDT) in-service training.
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• \nSkill Development and Mentoring:
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• Continually developing your own clinical skills.
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• Providing supervision and mentoring to SLT assistants and students.
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This position would be suited for a motivated and experienced Speech and Language Therapist who is comfortable working in a clinical, neuro-rehab-focused environment and is keen to develop their skills further while also mentoring others.

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Salary & Benefits:

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• Competitive salary up to £53,000 p/annum + enhancements
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• Holiday scheme with increasing benefits over time
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• Private Medical Insurance & Life Assurance
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• Enhanced Company Pension
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• Fully funded CPD, including management courses and postgraduate certifications
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• Enhanced Sick & Maternity benefits
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Apply now for the chance to be considered for this opportunity or please get in touch with Sam on 07786825966 or by text to chat about this position.
Unfortunately, due to the requirements of our client it is essential to have UK based experience.
Referrals:
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