Specialist Adult Community Speech and Language Therapist
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Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2223 (79% match) is an eligible occupation, and Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Enfield Community
Ready to make a real impact and take your career to the next level?
We are looking for anambitious, passionate, and drivenBand 7 Speech and Language Therapist to join our expandingAdult SLTin Enfield! This post will give you the opportunity to work across community services.
This is your chance to lead, inspire, and transform the lives of patients within their own homes and local communities.
Why Join Our Team?
Be a Leader: Step into a senior role where your expertise will drive innovation and improvement in adult SLT rehabilitation.Thrive in a Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a fantastic multidisciplinary team including OTs, physiotherapists, and rehab assistants. Together, we make a powerful impact.Access to a professional & managerial support network.Joining our team means you'll never feel like you're working alone. You'll have access to a dedicated network of experienced professionals and managers who are committed to supporting your growth and success. Royal Free Hospital SLT delivers services across multiple sites which gives you a unique opportunity for a wide scope of professional collaboration and expertise.
Job description
What Were Looking For:
HCPC Registeredas a Speech and Language Therapist.Strong background in adult acquired pathology, neurology and dysphagia management (Band 6 level or equivalent).Excellent communication skills and a passion for mentoring and supporting others.Sound knowledge of evidence-based stroke care and NHS frameworks.UK Driving Licence and access to a car for work purposes.
Please refer to the attached Job description and Person Specification for main responsibilities of the role.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC. Registration as speech and language therapist
- Evidence from C.P.D. portfolio of ongoing relevant post-graduate training both theoretical and practical to a high level.
- Dysphagia trained
Desirable
- Membership of professional body/ special interest group
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Fluent in written and spoken English including the ability to generate letters and reports of a high calibre.
- Advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving skills and other relevant clinical areas.
- Ability to prioritise own and others workload within a busy environment.
- Experience of supervising and teaching junior staff
Experience
Essential
- Extensive and recent SLT experience at least at band 6 level/equivalent in adult neurology and the management of dysphagia.
- Able to demonstrate appropriate postgraduate experience working across other core SLT areas to support the rehabilitation needs of the patient.
- Experience working as part of NHS MDT
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of leading a project/ audit
Personal qualities/ knowledge
Essential
- An advanced breadth of knowledge and evidence based/best SLT practice
- A working knowledge of the NHS, NHS Long term plan and other relevant national guidelines, and their impact on service delivery.
- Comprehensive understanding of what supporting services are available to people in their own homes
Other
Essential
- Uk driving license and own car available for work use
About the employer
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
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Where this offer sits in the market
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