Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist in Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire

Job Title:
Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist

Specialism:
Speech And Language Therapy

Location:
Stoke-on-Trent

Salary:
£50,000.00 per annum

Type:
Part Time / Full Time

We are thrilled to present a compelling opportunity for a Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist within the specialised field of Speech And Language Therapy. Our position is located in the vibrant city of Stoke-on-Trent, offering an enticing annual salary of £50,000.00. This role offers the unique combination of working within a supportive and innovative environment where you can truly excel. We offer both part-time and full-time opportunities, empowering you to achieve the perfect work-life balance. Join a team where your contributions are valued and you can make a tangible difference every day.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility of both part-time and full-time work options, giving you the control to tailor your working hours to fit your lifestyle.
• Professional Development: Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities that ensure you remain at the forefront of your field, with regular workshops and training sessions included.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a friendly and supportive work environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged, allowing you to share ideas and grow within a dynamic team.
• Generous Annual Leave: Take advantage of generous annual leave options, ensuring you have plenty of time to relax and recharge away from work.
• Staff Discounts: Access to staff discounts on various services and products, bringing you savings on everything from health and wellness to travel.

What you will do

• You will handle a highly specialist caseload independently, taking full personal, professional, and legal responsibility while accessing supervision and support when required.
• Conduct thorough communication and swallowing assessments using a variety of formal and informal tools, including perceptual analysis and in‑depth language assessment, supporting accurate clinical decisions and contributing to differential diagnosis and prognosis.
• Engage with residents, families, and carers to provide clear and compassionate explanations regarding complex communication, voice, and swallowing needs.
• Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, offering specialist Speech and Language Therapy input to enhance care planning.
• Manage swallowing programmes, collaborating effectively with nursing teams, kitchen staff, and visiting dietitians to ensure safe swallowing practices and proper nutritional intake.
• Assess the need for communication aids and provide guidance to residents and carers on their safe and effective use.

To be successful, you will need

• HCPC registration
• Proven experience managing a dysphagia caseload
• Experience working collaboratively with families
• A strong record of continuing professional development to stay updated with the latest practices and techniques

Stoke-on-Trent is an excellent place to live and work, with affordable living, a rich cultural scene, and beautiful countryside just a stone's throw away. With its warm communities and vibrant city life, you won't just find a job here; you'll find a home and a career full of growth and satisfaction. Join us and be part of an adventure that makes a difference every day!

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Apply now to join the Highly Specialist Speech And Language Therapist team in Stoke-on-Trent and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.