Community Speech and Language Therapist | Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join the Adult Community SLT Service. This would be a great opportunity for a newly qualified speech and language therapist to begin their career in SLT or experienced Band 5 therapist looking to change speciality to adult acquired neurological conditions in a community setting. Assessment and treatment for clients with communication and swallowing conditions from a range of diagnostic groups, including progressive neurological conditions, stroke, care of the elderly and others. Deliver high level, quality care and evidence-based interventions in line with local and national guidance within identified clinical area Plan, provide and evaluate interventions within an identified clinical area Deliver SLT intervention in both autonomous and multidisciplinary working Participate in the delivery of service specific training as required Find out more about working for our organisation here: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2565ae62eb.html

This post would suit a newly qualified SLT, or experienced Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist who has an interest in working with clients with a range of clinical conditions in a community setting., Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

• trust preceptorship programme for newly qualified AHPs
• support to complete Newly Qualified Practitioner RCSLT competencies
• external dysphagia training with comprehensive post training supervision programme to support you to become a competent dysphagia practitioner
• ongoing clinical, management and peer supervision
• regular team meetings and continuing professional development opportunities
• hybrid working with opportunities for working from home and in bases and clinics offering a work-life balance for staff well being
• A professionally led service in an CQC 'outstanding' rated Trust
• A well-resourced service e.g. AAC equipment, software, I-pads
• Varied and interesting work
• Support from a friendly and sociable team
The Adult Community Speech and Language Therapy Team serves the Central, North and South areas of the county of Norfolk. We aim to provide a patient focused, clinically driven service to ensure clear delivery and development of services for the specific populations we serve.