Adult Community Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

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Location: Bromley
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Adult Community Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

Band 6

Main area Senior Speech and Language Therapist Grade Band 6 Contract 12 months (Fixed Term) Hours Full time Part time Flexible working 37.5 hours per week Job ref 848-BHC-006-25 Site Beckenham Beacon/Caritas House Town Bromley Salary £42,939 - £50,697 Inc HCAS Per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 23/01/2025 23:59 Interview date 31/01/2025 Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. Job overview

Adult Community Specialist Speech & Language Therapist - Band 6 Fixed Term Contract: 12 months Full & Part - time considered A n exciting opportunity has arisen to join a forward-thinking and expanding community adult Speech and Language Therapy service. This role would suit a new or experienced Band 6 with an interest in Parkinson’s Disease, neurological disorders, and service development. This role would incorporate implementation of a quality improvement project for patients with Parkinson’s disease. Main duties of the job

Postgraduate training and experience in dysphagia and independent dysphagia management is a requirement of this post. You will have relevant experience in managing adults with acquired swallowing and communication difficulties. You will be expected to contribute to audit, QI and service development and will receive regular clinical supervision, support through team meetings, monthly clinical forums, and access to further CPD opportunities. Evidence of appropriate qualification and HCPC membership is essential.

Driving/car access is an essential requirement for this post; however, we would encourage interested non-drivers to apply and consider applications on a case-by-case basis. Bromley Healthcare Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team

We pride ourselves in providing our patients with high standards of care. Our clinicians have the opportunity to develop skills in a range of specialist areas. Access to in-house FEES assessment and training in addition to videofluoroscopy via our acute partners. A friendly, inviting, and supportive team. Detailed job description and main responsibilities

***Please refer to the attached job descriptions and person specifications for Band 6 SLT positions.*** Person specification

Qualifications

Recognised speech & language therapy degree qualification or equivalent. Training

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. Evidence of appropriate external and internal training as appropriate to specialism. Completion of clinical supervision training. Previous FEES experience. Experience

Substantial clinical experience with an adult acquired caseload. Assessment, treatment, management of complex patients with progressive neurological conditions. Experience of working with other professionals relevant to client groups. Experience of undertaking appraisal and planning CPD for less experienced staff. Experience of being involved in clinical audit/service evaluation/quality improvement. Development and delivery education and training packages. Experience of supporting patients with AAC provision. Personal Qualities

Good interpersonal skills/teamwork. Knowledge of BHC. Professional Registration

Health and Care Professions Council Licence to practice. Member of relevant CEN(s). Registered member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists. Skills

Able to demonstrate a high level of competence in the management of communication patients. To be able to independently assess and manage patients with dysphagia. To be competent in handling the emotional and psychosocial aspects of working with a complex SLT caseload in the community. Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions for dysphagia and communication. Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance. Knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to the specialist client group. Current UK driver’s license/Car driver with access to own car for work purposes. We are dedicated to caring for our service users and their loved ones, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of our colleagues. That's why we strongly encourage all colleagues to avail themselves of the Coronavirus vaccination. Please note that all offers of new employment with Bromley Healthcare are subject to a six-month probationary period.

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