Description
We are seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to provide 12 months maternity cover for our Newham Health Team for Adults with Learning Disabilities.
The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and professional development support for the team's Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists and Band 4 Therapy Assistant. They will offer expert advice and conduct specialized assessments and interventions in speech and language therapy for adults with learning disabilities and their families or caregivers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing detailed assessments and recommendations on feeding, dysphagia, and the management of complex cases
- Ensuring that speech and language therapy provided aligns with current best practices and is grounded in evidence-based approaches
- Gathering data on speech and language therapy referrals, interventions, and outcomes to guide service development
- Participating in service development initiatives within the Learning Disabilities team and in a broader context
- Fostering integrated and collaborative working within and across LD teams, East London NHS Foundation Trust, and with external providers
The position is available for 12 months from December 2026 until December 2027.
Salary: £55,524 to £62,652 a year pro rata Inc outer London HCAs
Benefits include:
- Agenda for Change pay scheme
- Flexible working patterns
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4 years clinical, post-registration Speech and Language Therapy experience, including working with adults with Learning Disabilities and dysphagia
- Evidence of sound knowledge of SLT assessment and intervention for adults with LD
- Skills in supervision and service development
Desirable:
- Training completed in specialist LD SLT interventions
- Experience of quality improvement