Adult Community Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
Band 6
Main area Senior Speech and Language Therapist Grade Band 6 Contract 12 months (Fixed Term) Hours Part time Flexible working 30 hours per week (Part time - 30hrs per week) Job ref 848-BHC-026-25 Site Beckenham Beacon/Caritas House Town Bromley Salary £42,939 - £50,697 Inc HCAS Per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 10/02/2025 23:59 Interview date 19/02/2025 Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist 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 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 is a unique post where a suitably motivated SLT would have the following CV-building opportunities: Delivering high-quality clinical care in the community in line with the national drive in preventative care. Partaking in a full quality improvement project with support from the organisation’s QI lead and senior therapists. Developing highly specialist skills in the management of pwPD in line with NICE guidelines. Ability to assist with the reshaping of our service provision to local care home residents. Main duties of the job
We will consider applications for part-time candidates. 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. 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. 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. We are dedicated to caring for our service users and their loved ones, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of our colleagues. To get a sense of what it's like to work with Bromley Healthcare, you can visit our YouTube channel at the following link: YouTube Channel. Salary is determined by NHS experience and current banding/pay point. External applicants will begin at the entry point of the salary scale in line with NHS terms and conditions. At Bromley Healthcare, we are fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where all colleagues feel supported, nurtured, and celebrated. We welcome applicants with a disability. We are able to support reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process, please let us know if you require any. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to a rewarding career with Bromley Healthcare.
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Band 6
Main area Senior Speech and Language Therapist Grade Band 6 Contract 12 months (Fixed Term) Hours Part time Flexible working 30 hours per week (Part time - 30hrs per week) Job ref 848-BHC-026-25 Site Beckenham Beacon/Caritas House Town Bromley Salary £42,939 - £50,697 Inc HCAS Per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 10/02/2025 23:59 Interview date 19/02/2025 Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist 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 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 is a unique post where a suitably motivated SLT would have the following CV-building opportunities: Delivering high-quality clinical care in the community in line with the national drive in preventative care. Partaking in a full quality improvement project with support from the organisation’s QI lead and senior therapists. Developing highly specialist skills in the management of pwPD in line with NICE guidelines. Ability to assist with the reshaping of our service provision to local care home residents. Main duties of the job
We will consider applications for part-time candidates. 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. 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. 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. We are dedicated to caring for our service users and their loved ones, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of our colleagues. To get a sense of what it's like to work with Bromley Healthcare, you can visit our YouTube channel at the following link: YouTube Channel. Salary is determined by NHS experience and current banding/pay point. External applicants will begin at the entry point of the salary scale in line with NHS terms and conditions. At Bromley Healthcare, we are fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where all colleagues feel supported, nurtured, and celebrated. We welcome applicants with a disability. We are able to support reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process, please let us know if you require any. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to a rewarding career with Bromley Healthcare.
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