Job Description

Senior Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

Location:

Ipswich

Salary:

Up to 42,803 per annum

Hours:

22.5hrs per week

Why join us?



Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries - sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more - to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do - you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.



Our neurological centre specialises in providing exceptional care for individuals and their families coping with acquired brain injuries and other neurological conditions such as Huntington's disease, Parkinson's, and multiple sclerosis. We are here for you, every step of the way. The Chantry is a large Grade II listed mansion built in the 18th century and set within the magnificent gardens of Chantry Park. Our neurological centre offers a safe and comfortable environment for the people we support to thrive, maximising independence and supporting their social and emotional needs.

MAIN PURPOSE:

To work as part of an multi/interdisciplinary team providing speech and language therapy (SaLT) input within the BioPsychosocial model to People We Support with acquired brain injury (ABI) and to provide SaLT provision within the service, with support from the Clinical Lead SaLT. To liaise with internal and external professionals, family members and People We Support.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work as autonomous speech and language therapist within your multidisciplinary team Assess how a person's communication impacts on their day to day life and provide intervention as appropriate. Work with the person and their social network to problem solve and overcome barriers. Assess communication and provide a management plan and rehabilitation (as appropriate) seeking specialist assessments as required Provide training to staff and our service users social network Support those on the caseload with eating, drinking and swallowing needs under the supervision of the Clinical Lead SaLT. Attend MDT meetings and complete reports as required. Be integral to service and organisational development.

ABOUT YOU:

The successful applicant will have a Degree in Speech and Language Therapy Registered with the HCPC Achieved Dysphagia Competencies Specialist knowledge of SaLT models and interventions in ABI e.g. social communication, cognitive communication, communication partner training. Able to manage dysphagia within an adult neurology caseload Minimum 18 months qualified experience encompassing working within relevant Neurological settings. Enjoy working as part of MDT Excellent communication skills

REWARDS:

You can look forward to excellent benefits including:

A competitive Salary of Up to 42,803 per annum 38 Days AL (Pro Rata) Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Excellent training and support Company Pension Group life assurance. Eye voucher scheme Long service and staff awards Free parking

We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get all the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.



To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.



Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible.



All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks


Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.