Speech and Language Therapist

At Liaise, we specialise in supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs to live fulfilling, independent lives. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our Specialist Support Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, delivering person-centred, evidence-based interventions that enhance communication, promote independence, and improve the health, wellbeing, and quality of life of the individuals we support.

Main duties of the job

• Manage your own caseload of adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing (dysphagia) difficulties.
• Develop person-centred therapy plans, communication profiles, and dysphagia management plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Train and coach support teams to implement communication strategies and safe dysphagia practices.
• Promote inclusive communication using AAC, Makaton, symbols, and other communication methods where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with families, support staff, GPs, social workers, and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures.
• Contribute to service development, audits, and continuous quality improvement.
• Support the development of colleagues by providing specialist advice and training.

About us

• A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Regular clinical and professional supervision.
• Ongoing CPD opportunities.
• The opportunity to influence and develop our Speech and Language Therapy service.
• A rewarding role where your work genuinely changes lives.

Requirements

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Experience assessing and managing communication needs and dysphagia.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).
• Experience delivering training to colleagues and support teams.
• Experience contributing to service development or clinical audits.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between services.