Job Description

Speech and Language Therapist (SLT)

Full or part time hours considered (FTE 37.5 hours per week)

A vacancy has arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Speech and Language Therapist for the Trust. The role provides professional advice, assessment, care planning and review for 28 residents across 2 homes, which provide lifelong care for people with Profound and Multiple Learning and Physical Disabilities.

You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary therapy team with an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapists, Complementary Therapist, Music Therapist; and will have an experienced SLT Assistant to support you at each home. The multidisciplinary therapy team works in collaboration with a well-resourced, experienced and skilled workforce of nurses, nursing associates and carers to deliver complex, individualised, holistic care to residents of all ages.

Advanced training in dysphagia and feeding is desirable; and training in the management of complex communication needs is essential. Experience of IDDSI framework for food textures and thickening drinks; and of guiding and training others in feeding techniques, equipment and textures are important parts of the role.

The successful candidate must also have experience in managing complex communication needs for people who are predominantly non-verbal.

Immersive interactive sensory projection (OMI) for sensory enrichment techniques and Eyegaze based communication devices are available at both homes. Intensive interaction and use of objects of reference are fundamentals of communication. The Trust is in the process of rolling out Active Support (Australia) and some residents are familiar with Signalong and Makaton.

The homes are well resourced with equipment and environments which are conducive to health and well-being; and are well-staffed to provide a range of care and therapies to motivate, stimulate and keep the residents safe.

You will need to have a degree level qualification which is accredited by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council), with evidence of ongoing relevant CPD.

You will be given a high degree of autonomy, independence and authority in your personal delivery of the role, within your professional boundaries. You will therefore have a degree of freedom to be creative in how you respond to challenges and manage yourself and the role. You will need to be experienced, confident, self-aware and competent in your practice.

To apply with a full CV and salary expectation, please email:

recruitment@marthatrusthereford.org.uk

For further information, or an informal chat, please contact Pat Pahal - HR Manager on 01432 279314.

Martha Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Visits to the homes are recommended and a shadow shift encouraged. Please contact HR to arrange a visit!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 44,850.00 per year

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person