Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist

The position will involve the assessment, management, and treatment of patients with both communication and swallowing difficulties across the inpatient setting. You will work closely with colleagues from the wider multi-disciplinary team to provide excellent high-quality care to our patients and in return will benefit from excellent development opportunities. What we offer:

• An opportunity to work with experienced clinicians benefiting from expert knowledge and skills.
• An opportunity to work with patients across the acute hospital wards managing a varied caseload.
• A supportive and friendly environment.
• Protected CPD opportunities including: Complex case discussion meetings, in house training, supervision, mentoring and appraisals.
• Buddy and supervisor support in completing RCSLT NQT Competencies.
• Managerial support
• Funding opportunities for external courses., To manage a defined Speech and Language Therapy caseload independently.To work with adults with dysphagia. Support will be provided to complete RCSLT NQT Competencies.To provide a Speech and Language Therapy expertise to adults with acquired communication difficulties.
To participate in the development and delivery of training to others within the team. To supervise Speech and Language Therapy students.

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise. As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise. Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.