Speech and Language Therapist – Neurological Rehabilitation

Job Description

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist neurological rehabilitation and complex care service in Middlesbrough.

You will manage a complex caseload, providing high-quality, person-centred assessment and intervention across communication, voice and swallowing needs. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will use your specialist expertise to support individuals with complex neurological conditions and achieve positive clinical outcomes.

Salary: Competitive Annual Salary
Position: Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Hours: Full-Time
Setting: Neurological Rehabilitation & Complex Care
Location: Middlesbrough

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Manage a specialist caseload involving complex communication and swallowing needs.
• Complete detailed communication and swallowing assessments using formal and informal assessment tools.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
• Develop and manage individualised swallowing and communication programmes.
• Provide specialist input into multidisciplinary care planning and clinical decision-making.
• Assess communication aid requirements and support effective use.
• Provide training and supervision to therapy assistants, carers and colleagues.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;

• HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience managing caseloads involving dysphagia assessment and treatment.
• Experience working collaboratively with families and carers.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Strong multidisciplinary working and clinical decision-making skills.

What benefits are on offer?

• Competitive annual salary.
• Equivalent of 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Birthday off and option to purchase additional leave.
• Career development and professional training opportunities.
• Wellbeing support and activities.
• Blue Light Card and exclusive discounts.
• Life assurance and pension contribution.
• Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service.
• Nationwide vacancies across NHS, charity and private healthcare settings.
• Support from start to finish, including negotiations and onboarding.
• Overseas support for candidates unfamiliar with the UK.
• A supportive team focused on your career aspirations.
• Continued support beyond placement to ensure you’re happy in your role.