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Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Merco Recruitment
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1XL, England

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A specialist neurorehabilitation service in Horsham is seeking a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team focused on supporting adults with acquired brain injuries.
  • The role involves assessing and managing communication and swallowing needs, developing management plans, and delivering training to staff and families.
  • Candidates must have a degree in Speech & Language Therapy, HCPC registration, dysphagia competencies, and at least 4 years of post-qualification experience with complex cases.
  • The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £46,148 to £52,809 depending on experience, along with a £1/hour location allowance and flexible working hours.
  • Additional benefits include 38 days of annual leave, health cash plans, free parking, and excellent training and professional development support.

Make a Real Difference in Neurorehabilitation

A specialist neurorehabilitation service in Horsham is looking for a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their experienced multidisciplinary team. The service supports adults with acquired brain injuries in a residential setting, helping them regain lost skills and achieve meaningful recovery.

You’ll work alongside a committed team of rehabilitation support workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and fellow SaLTs – all focused on providing expert, person-centred care.

The Role

As a Senior Specialist SaLT, your responsibilities will include:

  • Working autonomously within the MDT
  • Assessing and managing communication and swallowing needs
  • Supporting individuals and their social networks to overcome barriers
  • Developing communication and dysphagia management plans
  • Delivering training to staff and families
  • Contributing to service and organisational development

About You

You’ll need:

  • A degree in Speech & Language Therapy
  • HCPC registration
  • Dysphagia competencies
  • Specialist knowledge in ABI-related communication interventions
  • Experience managing complex dysphagia within adult neurology
  • At least 4 years post-qualification experience with complex cases

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive salary: £46,148 – £52,809 DOE (Pro Rata) + £1/hour location allowance
  • Flexible working hours
  • 38 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays, pro rata)
  • Buy/sell up to 5 days of annual leave
  • Health Cash Plan (from June 2025)
  • Free parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Group life assurance, eye care vouchers, company pension
  • Long service and staff awards
  • Excellent training, CPD opportunities, and professional development support
  • Sponsorship available for eligible candidates

If you’re an experienced and passionate SaLT ready to step into a leadership role within a supportive rehab-focused environment, we want to hear from you!

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