Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - ESD

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our Stroke Early Supported Discharge Team.

The post is 18.75hours or 0.5WTE. We have flexibility how these hours are worked between Monday to Friday.

Our service provides therapy to stroke patients in the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin area. Our base office is in Shrewsbury.

Main duties of the job

Our Stroke Early Supported Discharge team is a friendly and dynamic group of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists and Assistant Practitioners, with funding for a Dietitian. We deliver high quality therapy to patients in their own home in the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin areas. As such, this role offers a great opportunity to work with a broad range of professions to drive forward excellent integrated stroke care for the patient's we serve.

The successful candidate must have experience of working with adults with complex acquired disorders of communication and swallowing. We are looking for an individual who has an excellent understanding of evidenced based-practice within the speciality of stroke rehabilitation. The ability to influence and implement best-practice, to ensure we are continuously improving the quality of services provided to patients across the pathways.

The post holder will be responsible for the clinical supervision and mentorship of Assistant Practitioners within ESD team and SLT students. You will be required to deliver training within our therapy structure.

We are fortunate to offer our patients a 7 day stroke therapy service, at present from a SLT perspective we offer a 6 day service. The successful candidate would be expected to participate in this work pattern.

The post holder must be able to drive.

Informal visits and telephone discussions are welcomed.

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!