Senior Speech and Language Therapist

Reference

JIB/AR/066370

Sector

Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Salary

£55,000 Per Annum

Town/City

Newcastle upon Tyne

Contract Type

Permanent

Closing Date

18/12/2024

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SeniorSpeech and Language Therapist(Dysphagia Lead) to join a well-known charitable organisation. This full-time, permanent offers excellent benefits a salary of £55,000.

The ideal candidate will have 3 years’ experience supporting service users with dysphagia and complex eating and drinking needs.

As a Senior Speech and Language Therapist, you will lead dysphagia therapy services, driving improvements in quality, compliance, and service outcomes

You will be responsible for:

  • Developing and refining policies focused on improving dysphagia therapy services.
  • Ensuring alignment of clinical practices with regulatory guidelines (NICE, HCPC, RCSLT).
  • Leading communication initiatives to keep therapists informed on service updates.
  • Supporting and advising therapists, especially on complex cases.
  • Monitoring and guiding therapy record-keeping and quality standards.
  • Providing training and support to colleagues, carers, and educational staff.
  • Collaborating with service leads to ensure cohesive approaches across various settings.

What we are looking for:

  • Previously worked as a Speech & Language Therapist, Speech Therapist or in a similar role.
  • At least 3 years’ experience supporting service users with dysphagia and complex eating and drinking needs.
  • Leadership experience in dysphagia therapy at Band 7 level.
  • Post Graduate qualification in Dysphagia.
  • Qualified therapist status.
  • Enhanced DBS check.

What’s on offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Discounts on shopping through rewards scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Wellbeing support including occupational health and counselling

Apply now to make a meaningful impact within a supportive educational environment and advance your career.

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