Speech and Language Therapist

4 weeks ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your specialist knowledge and skills in the care and management of older people with communication disorders and dysphagia in the community and in-patients, including those diagnosed with dementia.

You will be fully supported to complete your RCSLT competencies and progress to specialist dysphagia training.

You will be working alongside a Band 7 SALT Clinical Lead, who has expertise in managing dysphagia in older people, and Band 6 specialist SALTs.

You will also be part of our Older Persons Community therapy service, with excellent opportunities for multi-disciplinary working and professional development.

Main Duties of the Job

To assess, develop and implement Speech and Language Therapy treatment.

To provide professional advice to others regarding the management and care of patients/clients with communication and/or feeding and swallowing difficulties.

To undertake joint assessments with other Speech and Language Therapists and/or other professionals within the specialist area of dementia.

About Us

We are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Caring, Learning and Empowering.

In return, we can offer you a range of benefits and development, including:

  • Season Ticket Loans
  • NHS discounts for staff
  • Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
  • Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
  • The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
  • Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work

Job Responsibilities

To provide a Speech and Language Therapy Service to older people, including those diagnosed with dementia.

To develop clinical expertise in communication disorder and dysphagia with older people who have a diagnosis of dementia.

We encourage flexible working and offer many options for this role.



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