Job summary
We are excited to recruit a 12 month fixed term full-time Band 5 Stroke Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford, on the South-East London/North-West Kent border. We would consider appointing a newly qualified or established Developing Specialist SLT with the required profile and enthusiasm. We are situated near South-East London with good transport links, where an additional 5% high cost of living allowance applies. We pride ourselves in being a friendly, proactive and flexible team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working alongside Highly Specialist SLT Team Leads, Specialist SLTs and SLT Assistants. There are also well established Outpatient and Macmillan teams, and excellent team administrative support.
The successful applicant will work with stroke inpatients on the Stroke Unit, as a member of the Stroke MDT and the dedicated stroke SLT team. They would provide specialist SLT management for both the acute and rehabilitation stages of stroke patients' treatment. The post holder will work towards becoming independent in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of swallowing and communication disorders. Experience with inpatient work and particularly dysphagia is desirable.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship and an in-house dysphagia programme, which enable RCSLT and dysphagia competencies to be completed. The chosen candidate will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. We are passionate about our team and profession, and actively raise the profile of Speech and Language Therapy.
Please watch our recruitment video to hear more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ZCMlSDW0o
We would be very excited to welcome another passionate SLT into our team!
If you are interested in this post and would like any more information, please email dgn-tr.sltdvh@nhs.net or telephone 01322 428593 to discuss the post further. You are also welcome to visit the Department. We would be very pleased to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship and an in-house dysphagia programme, which enable RCSLT and dysphagia competencies to be completed. The chosen candidate will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. We are passionate about our team and profession, and actively raise the profile of Speech and Language Therapy.
Please watch our recruitment video to hear more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ZCMlSDW0o
We would be very excited to welcome another passionate SLT into our team!
If you are interested in this post and would like any more information, please email dgn-tr.sltdvh@nhs.net or telephone 01322 428593 to discuss the post further. You are also welcome to visit the Department. We would be very pleased to hear from you.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
Desirable
- Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia
- Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties
- Experience working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Completion of Kings Dysphagia Supervision Schedule or equivalent
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group
- Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
- Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping
- Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice
Desirable
- Publication in appropriate journals, etc
- Proficient use of computer packages such as word, excel, publisher
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
Desirable
- Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia
- Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties
- Experience working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Completion of Kings Dysphagia Supervision Schedule or equivalent
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group
- Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
- Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping
- Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice
Desirable
- Publication in appropriate journals, etc
- Proficient use of computer packages such as word, excel, publisher
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
