Speech & Language Therapist

Speech & Language Therapist

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: £17 - £17.7 per hour (DOE) + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Part-Time, Permanent, 22.5 hours per week

The Client:

Our client is a well-established charitable organisation, committed to improving the lives of individuals with brain injuries and other neurological disorders.

The Role:

As a Speech & Language Therapist, you willprovide and lead speech and language therapy within a multidisciplinary team for patients with acquired brain injuries.

Locum candidates will also be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Apply neurobehavioral approaches to patient care, integrating latest research and best practices.
• Manage a complex caseload with varying mental and physical health needs.
• Perform research and audits related to speech therapy and service organisation.
• Engage with patients actively in their rehabilitation and planning, ensuring informed consent.
• Conduct dysphagia assessments and train staff in managing swallowing disorders.
• Complete mandatory Trust training and seek out additional learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a similar role.
• Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 2 years in neurology or equivalent settings.
• Background working in hospital or residential settings.
• Degree in Speech and Language therapy.
• Registration with the HCPC.
• Understanding of speech and language therapy outcome measures.
• Skilled in dysphagia management.
• Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits:

• 38 days holiday
• £3000 welcome bonus
• Company Pension
• Group life assurance
• Eye voucher scheme
• Free parking
• Long service and staff awards
• Employee Assistance Programme

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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