NHS
Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist - Learning Disability
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Job Description
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- At a highly specialist level, to assess, develop and implement Speech and Language Therapy programmes for adults with a learning disability who have communication and/or dysphagia.
- To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, to provide an efficient, effective and coordinated Speech and Language Therapy Service.
- To supervise and manage other Speech & Language Therapists and to provide leadership in this specialism.
- Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification and Registration with the Heath and Care Professions Council
- RCSLT accredited post graduate dysphagia qualification/ RCSLT dysphagia competencies framework
- Postgraduate qualification in related field
- Considerable experience of working with adults who have learning disabilities
- Experience of supervision and line management
- Significant experience in independently managing a complex dysphagia caseload
- Knowledge of a range of appropriate assessments and therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group)
- Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and ability to update knowledge
- Developed skills in using symbol software packages and producing communication resources
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification and Registration with the Heath and Care Professions Council
- RCSLT accredited post graduate dysphagia qualification/ RCSLT dysphagia competencies framework
- Postgraduate qualification in related field
- Considerable experience of working with adults who have learning disabilities
- Experience of supervision and line management
- Significant experience in independently managing a complex dysphagia caseload
- Knowledge of a range of appropriate assessments and therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group)
- Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to the client group) and ability to update knowledge
- Developed skills in using symbol software packages and producing communication resources
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Job summary
Speech & Language Therapist in Learning Disability
Band 6-7 dependent on skills and experience
We are a forward-thinking and dedicated Community Learning Disability Team seeking a passionate Speech & Language Therapist to join us. Based in Croydon, our friendly and welcoming service values innovation and professional growth. We offer various supervision models and CPD opportunities, ensuring our clinicians are supported in making a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
This role provides a diverse caseload, supporting individuals with a range of communication and eating and drinking needs. You will also have opportunities to develop specialisms and contribute to well-established MDT pathways, such as the Behaviour Support Service and the Dementia Pathway.
We offer flexibility in banding and salary, making this role suitable for an experienced Band 7 or a Band 6 looking to step up. It may also suit an experienced Band 5 seeking a structured preceptorship to Band 7 within a specific time frame, based on skills, experience, and target achievements.
Staff wellbeing is a priority in Croydon. We provide an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling services, a Freedom to Speak Up Guardian, and a trained mental health first aider within CLDT to ensure our team feels safe and supported.
Please do get in touch if you wish to discuss this opportunity. Sam Hadlow samhadlow@nhs.net 07918 360113
Interview date: TBC
Main duties of the job
About us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.
Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.
Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.
Date posted
11 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£51,883 to £58,544 a year pro-rata, per annum ( pro rata) incl. HCAS (outer)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
199-NN-6905704-FM-MT-Z-A
Job locations
Croydon Council Bernard Weatherill House
8 Mint walk.
Croydon
CR0 1EA
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Job responsibilities
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Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
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Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
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Additional informationDisclosure 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).
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
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Address
Croydon Council Bernard Weatherill House
8 Mint walk.
Croydon
CR0 1EA
Employer's website
https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Address
Croydon Council Bernard Weatherill House
8 Mint walk.
Croydon
CR0 1EA
Employer's website
https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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