Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – HCPC
Part-Time, 24 Hours per Week
Neurological Rehabilitation Centre – Acquired Brain Injury & Traumatic Brain Injury
£47,810 - £54,710 FTE, Dependent on Experience
Location: Buckingham
Are you an experienced Senior Speech and Language Therapist looking for a challenging and rewarding role within a specialist rehabilitation setting?
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with acquired brain injuries?
This could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Overview:
Compass Associates is proud to be supporting an esteemed provider of neurorehabilitation services, renowned for their dedication to improving the lives of individuals with brain injuries. This service offers a dynamic and supportive environment where multidisciplinary teams work together to provide life-changing care and rehabilitation. We are currently seeking a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their specialist team.
The service, based in a tranquil location near Milton Keynes, is a leading rehabilitation centre focused on providing specialist care and ongoing support for individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The role offers a chance to work alongside a multidisciplinary team and have a significant impact on patient recovery, particularly in the area of communication.
The Role:
As the Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you will lead and provide expert guidance within a dedicated rehabilitation team. You will assess and support individuals with complex needs, ensuring that communication challenges are addressed effectively and with sensitivity. The role requires a high level of autonomy, strategic thinking, and leadership in developing both patient care plans and service-wide initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide autonomous, high-quality therapy within a multidisciplinary team.
* Assess the impact of communication difficulties on patients’ day-to-day lives and provide tailored interventions.
* Collaborate with patients, their families, and carers to identify and overcome communication barriers.
* Develop and implement rehabilitation plans, ensuring the appropriate specialist assessments are conducted.
* Deliver training and support to staff and service users’ social networks.
* Contribute to service and organisational development through leadership and strategic planning.
About You:
To be considered for this role, you will need to meet the following criteria:
* A Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
* HCPC Registration.
* Dysphagia Competencies.
* Specialist knowledge of Speech and Language Therapy interventions for adults with ABI, including social and cognitive communication, and communication partner training.
Salary and Benefits:
This Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist position offers an excellent salary of £47,810 - £54,710 (FTE), depending on experience. In addition to the salary, the role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* 38 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
* The option to buy and sell up to 5 days of annual leave.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Continuous training and development support.
* Group life assurance.
* Eye voucher scheme.
* Free parking.
* Long service and staff recognition awards.
Location:
This role is based at a specialist rehabilitation centre near Buckingham, and is easily accessible from surrounding areas such as Bedford, Luton, Northampton, and Aylesbury.
Contact Details:
To apply, or for more information, please contact Lijani Cherry at Compass Associates on 02394 211 143 or email lcherry@compassltd.co.uk to arrange an informal, confidential discussion.
Compass Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for each successful referral.