Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, passionate and drive Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join us on a full-time basis, in our Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team, based in Hounslow.This post is ideal for a Band 5 therapist looking to progress to a specialist level, or an experienced Band 6 therapist.We are seeking inspired and enthusiastic therapists to be a part of our close-working team, and who can help to drive the future of our service.You will be joining a professional, friendly, and experienced team at the Heart of Hounslow, who can provide a range of opportunities for learning and development.We are an innovative team, with a specialist community neuro and voice service, close links to local hospitals with invitations to attend outpatient VFSS, and service development opportunities including group therapy, nursing home training and roll-out and audit of Biozoon.We provide a full trust induction programme, including provision of laptop, mobile and mandatory training. Our team offers well-established monthly supervision and appraisal, with opportunities to lead on supervision for junior team members and support student placements. You will have access to a local base, agile working, and a team of supportive colleagues within the MDT with a range of skills and knowledge. We carry out monthly SLT service meetings, engage in monthly in-service and cross-service CPD, and we also offer weekly case study discussions.
Main duties of the job
You will develop and apply your specialist skills and knowledge in the management of a mixed communication and dysphagia caseload, of adults with neurological, non-neurological and progressive conditions.In this role, you will provide specialist communication and dysphagia assessment and therapy as an autonomous practitioner, and at times jointly with wider members of the MDT. You will develop and build on skills in the management of progressive neurological conditions, such as MND, PSP and HD, with opportunities to engage in voice-banking, close working with dietetics in complex dysphagia/feeding, and specialist AAC service Compass. Alongside the rest of the team, you will provide shared support to the Hounslow Neuro-Timely service, where patients are offered intensive therapy 3 times per week for up to 6 weeks.This role has opportunities to provide training programmes to nursing and care staff in the community, support the development and running of group therapy, and active engagement in the planning, development, and delivery of an effective service.
This job description seeks to outline the key duties and responsibilities of the post; it is not a definitive document and does not form part of the main statement of Terms and Conditions. The job description will be reviewed during the annual appraisal process.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or degree leading to the RCSLT
- Registered member of RCSLT and Health and Care Professions Council
- Postgraduate dysphagia training
- To be familiar with Relevant legislation/guidelines relating to the care of clients with a neurological condition
Desirable
- Postgraduate training in the area of neuro-rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate dysphagia Training
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and awareness of the issues
- Experience of carrying out relevant specialist assessments and interventions
- Independent supervision and teaching of SLT students
- Participation in audit/outcome measurement
Desirable
- Video work with clients
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of working with Voice Clients
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to teach specific SLT treatment packages and theory to patients/carers/others.
- Able to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team
- Commitment and ability to develop others through CPD/PDP/In-Service training
- Good IT skills
- Evidence of own self-development through PDP
- Able to write good accurate notes and reports
- Ability to prioritise, good time management and organisational skills
- To work as an autonomous practitioner
- Maintain judgement under pressure
- Ability to teach, supervise and motivate colleagues and other professionals
- Understanding of the needs of a multi-ethnic community
- To have a good knowledge of a range of assessment and treatment protocols needed to manage those with acquired communication disorders
- Knowledge of a range of AAC
Desirable
- Ability to work with interpreters
- Critical appraisals knowledge
- Knowledge of use of computer software in treatment of dysphasia and dysarthria
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel across bases and to patients' homes
- To be flexible in approach and responsive to changing demands
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to demonstrate tact, sensitivity, and empathy when discussing highly sensitive issues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or degree leading to the RCSLT
- Registered member of RCSLT and Health and Care Professions Council
- Postgraduate dysphagia training
- To be familiar with Relevant legislation/guidelines relating to the care of clients with a neurological condition
Desirable
- Postgraduate training in the area of neuro-rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate dysphagia Training
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and awareness of the issues
- Experience of carrying out relevant specialist assessments and interventions
- Independent supervision and teaching of SLT students
- Participation in audit/outcome measurement
Desirable
- Video work with clients
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of working with Voice Clients
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to teach specific SLT treatment packages and theory to patients/carers/others.
- Able to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team
- Commitment and ability to develop others through CPD/PDP/In-Service training
- Good IT skills
- Evidence of own self-development through PDP
- Able to write good accurate notes and reports
- Ability to prioritise, good time management and organisational skills
- To work as an autonomous practitioner
- Maintain judgement under pressure
- Ability to teach, supervise and motivate colleagues and other professionals
- Understanding of the needs of a multi-ethnic community
- To have a good knowledge of a range of assessment and treatment protocols needed to manage those with acquired communication disorders
- Knowledge of a range of AAC
Desirable
- Ability to work with interpreters
- Critical appraisals knowledge
- Knowledge of use of computer software in treatment of dysphasia and dysarthria
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel across bases and to patients' homes
- To be flexible in approach and responsive to changing demands
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to demonstrate tact, sensitivity, and empathy when discussing highly sensitive issues
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
