At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert speech and language therapy for adults with neurological conditions in the community.
- Company: Join the Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a chance to lead innovative service development projects.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your skills in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Speech and Language Therapist with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 58133 - 65261 £ per year.
Location: St Pancras Hospital, London
Contract: Permanent, 1.0 WTE (full time), 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £58,133 – £65,261 per annum (incl. HCAS)
Agency: CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust)
Job Overview
Highly specialist Speech and Language Therapist for the Camden Neurology and Stroke Service. The role is based in the community and involves assessment, intervention and support for adults living with neurological conditions.
Main Duties of the Job
- Deliver high‑quality Adult Community Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions aligned with national and local best‑practice guidelines.
- Support and supervise other SLTs, Rehabilitation Assistants and students.
- Lead service development and quality improvement projects.
- Depute for and support the Clinical Lead Speech & Language Therapist as required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy qualification.
- Registered with the Health Professions Council as a Speech and Language Therapist.
- Successful completion of advanced practitioner post‑graduate study relevant to the field (e.g., dysphagia, counselling, leadership, aphasia).
- Successful completion of highly specialist/expert short courses relevant to the field (e.g., training the trainer, clinical governance, progressive neurological disorders, AAC, palliative care).
- Membership of relevant Clinical Excellence Networks, e.g., CEN Community, CEN Counselling.
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
Experience
- Specialist working experience with people with neurological disorders.
- Delivering specialist training to a range of audiences.
- Working in multidisciplinary/multiagency teams.
- Working within the community setting.
- Supervision of students/support workers.
- Carrying out evidence‑based audit and research projects.
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Capability to communicate complex, sensitive information.
- Interpret a range of assessments relevant to the clinical field, including instrumental swallowing assessment, phonemic transcription, and formal language tests.
- Critically evaluate published research within a specific area of clinical expertise.
- Skill in delivering presentations and training, including adapting style for diverse audiences.
- Teamworking ability.
Knowledge
- Highly specialist assessment tools and procedures for communication and swallowing difficulties in neurological conditions.
- Key characteristics for differential diagnosis of communication and swallowing difficulties in neurological conditions.
- Selection, setting and evaluation of highly specialist treatment goals.
- Highly specialist therapeutic interventions with an evidence base.
- Application of local cultural, linguistic and demographic factors in managing a caseload.
- Multi‑disciplinary team approaches to patient care.
- Mentoring, advising and supervising less experienced SLTs, support staff and students.
- Basic qualitative and quantitative audit and research methods.
- Understanding of clinical governance principles.
- Development and implementation of short‑term, clinically based projects.
- Approaches to supporting patients and carers with challenging behaviour, mental health needs or high distress.
Abilities
- Capacity to reflect on practice.
- Flexibility.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI may be used as a support tool but not a replacement for the applicant’s own work. Applications must remain personal, accurate and reflective of the candidate’s true experience. The use of AI during the interview process is prohibited.
As an NHS Trust, vaccination is strongly encouraged and supported to protect staff, patients and the public. Applicants who require sponsorship will be considered as per the UKVI points‑based system. Positions may be closed before the advertised closing date; applications are encouraged as soon as possible.
Contact: Claire Hunt, Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist – claire.hunt1@nhs.net, 07702 918181
Speech & Language Therapist - Adults, Camden Community employer: CNWL
At CNWL, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the well-being of our staff. As a Speech & Language Therapist in Camden, you will have access to continuous professional development opportunities, allowing you to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact in the community. Our commitment to quality care and innovation ensures that you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving the lives of adults with neurological conditions in a vibrant London setting.
