Speech & Language Therapist, Newcastle upon Tyne
Client: Additional Resources
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 385ceb177680
Job Views: 12
Posted: 28.04.2025
Expiry Date: 12.06.2025
Job Description:
The Role
As a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you will lead the therapy team and contribute to the development of adult services.
Duties:
* Lead and support the multi-disciplinary therapy team in adult services.
* Manage day-to-day team operations including performance management and supervision.
* Collaborate with service managers to monitor performance and implement new initiatives.
* Deliver specialist assessments and interventions for service users with complex needs.
* Chair routine meetings and support visits from parents and external agencies.
* Provide training and advice to carers, support staff, and other professionals.
* Supervise and mentor less experienced therapists and support workers.
* Initiate and conduct best practice projects and action research.
Requirements:
* Previously worked as a Speech and Language Therapist or in a similar role.
* Experience in speech and language therapy at Band 6 level or higher.
* Qualified SLT status and HCPC registration.
* Knowledge of current legislation and safeguarding practices.
* Experience supervising staff and therapy students.
* Understanding of risk assessment processes.
* Familiarity with the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
* Commitment to professional development and maintaining a CPD portfolio.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Contributory pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Life assurance
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Discounted gym membership
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Access to Vitality Health and Perkbox discounts
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