About this role
Job summary
Come and join one of the UKs largest largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Main duties of the job
At Woodlands Neurological Rehabilitation Centre in York, we provide specialist neurological rehabilitation for adults with a range of complex neurological conditions in a supportive, person-centred environment. We are now looking for an experienced Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join our specialist multidisciplinary team on a part-time basis, working 22.5 hours per week.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dysphagia competent Speech and Language Therapist with neurorehabilitation experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and making a meaningful difference to peoples lives.
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Role:
This is a part-time, 22.5 hours per week position. The ideal working pattern would be Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, with flexibility to provide occasional Monday cover as required.
Key Responsibilities:
As our Senior Speech and Language Therapist, you will take a senior clinical role in the assessment, treatment and management of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties within a specialist neurological rehabilitation setting. Youll work closely with the wider MDT to deliver person-centred, goal-focused interventions that support recovery, independence and quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing a defined caseload of adults with complex neurological conditions, including those with communication and swallowing difficulties Carrying out specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for speech, language, communication and dysphagia needs Providing evidence-based intervention for individuals presenting with aphasia, cognitive communication disorder, dysarthria, apraxia and dysphagia Assessing eating, drinking and communication abilities and ensuring recommendations are clearly communicated to the wider team Responding to urgent referrals and adapting intervention plans in line with changing clinical needs Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to contribute to person-centred rehabilitation programmes and risk management plans Offering specialist advice, guidance and consultation to colleagues, families and external professionals Accurately documenting assessments, interventions, outcomes and care plans within electronic patient records Supporting service development, departmental standards and the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based speech and language therapy practice Contributing to training, supervision and the sharing of specialist knowledge across the wider team where appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
HCPC registration
Experience Essential
Experience working with adults with complex neurological conditions within a rehabilitation or specialist clinical setting Dysphagia competency and experience in the assessment and management of swallowing disorders Strong knowledge of neurological rehabilitation, evidence-based practice and person-centred goal setting Excellent communication, clinical reasoning and organisational skills The ability to work independently whilst also contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team A proactive, compassionate and flexible approach to care
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).
Employer details Employer name Active Care Group
Address Woodlands Neurological Rehabilitation Centre
120 Thief Lane
York
YO10 3HU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)