Job summary
This post aims to support the Brent Community Learning Disability Team to provide clinical expertise and a high-quality Speech and Language Service aimed at improving the quality of life for adults witha learning disability in Brent.
The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust ,we strongly encourage and support vaccination, as thisremains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course, patients and service users when working in our healthcaresettings.
Main duties of the job
As a Speech and Language Therapist within the Brent Learning Disability Service, you will play a key role in providing specialist assessment and intervention for adults with communication and swallowing difficulties. You will manage your own caseload, applying evidence-based practice to develop individualised care plans and deliver effective interventions across community and healthcare settings. The role also involves working with a wide range of professionals, carers, and families to ensure person-centred support and meaningful outcomes for service users.
You will contribute to the multidisciplinary team, supporting joint care planning and service development. A core part of the role includes delivering training and advice to carers, support workers, and other professionals, helping to promote safe practice and maximise service users' skills. You will also supervise students and junior staff, supporting learning and professional development within the team.
The post offers structured support and development, with the opportunity for Band 5 appointees to progress to Band 6 through a clear developmental framework. You will also be supported to complete post-basic dysphagia training and further specialist learning, ensuring you continue to develop the expertise required for high-quality clinical practice
About us
We're passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care in a community setting or in the patient's own home.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people. We are always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our young persons, colleagues, teams and the Trust.
With every new employee, we are hoping to find our future leaders and will support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career.
With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, emotional disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Enhancement Treatment, learning disabilities and more. Whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL.
You will work from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm (with flexibility), providing a service for adult people experiencing learning disabilities in the Brent area.
The post will be based at Appletree, Kingswood Centre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Caseload Management Independently assess, plan, and deliver specialist speech and language therapy interventions for adults with learning disabilities who present with communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
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Specialist Assessment Use clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to carry out comprehensive assessments, formulate management plans, and produce clear written reports.
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Intervention and Therapy Develop and implement individualised care plans, including the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, and evaluate outcomes.
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Person-Centred Practice Involve service users, carers, and support staff in all aspects of planning and prioritising care to ensure meaningful and personalised outcomes.
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Multidisciplinary Working Work as an active member of the multidisciplinary team, attending meetings and collaborating with colleagues across health, social care, and community settings.
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Training and Advice Provide training, guidance, and support to carers, families, support workers, and other professionals on communication and swallowing needs, including risk management.
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Supervision and Development Support the supervision and training of junior staff, assistants, and students, contributing to professional development within the service.
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Clinical Governance Maintain accurate clinical records, adhere to Trust policies and professional codes of conduct, and contribute to service audits, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice.
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Service Development Participate in service improvement projects, contribute to shaping the SLT service within the Learning Disability team, and support innovations in practice.
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Professional Development Engage in regular appraisal and supervision, maintain a professional portfolio, and undertake ongoing training, including progression to post-basic dysphagia competencies where required.
Please see also the Job Description of the role for more details
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Caseload Management Independently assess, plan, and deliver specialist speech and language therapy interventions for adults with learning disabilities who present with communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
-
Specialist Assessment Use clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to carry out comprehensive assessments, formulate management plans, and produce clear written reports.
-
Intervention and Therapy Develop and implement individualised care plans, including the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, and evaluate outcomes.
-
Person-Centred Practice Involve service users, carers, and support staff in all aspects of planning and prioritising care to ensure meaningful and personalised outcomes.
-
Multidisciplinary Working Work as an active member of the multidisciplinary team, attending meetings and collaborating with colleagues across health, social care, and community settings.
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Training and Advice Provide training, guidance, and support to carers, families, support workers, and other professionals on communication and swallowing needs, including risk management.
-
Supervision and Development Support the supervision and training of junior staff, assistants, and students, contributing to professional development within the service.
-
Clinical Governance Maintain accurate clinical records, adhere to Trust policies and professional codes of conduct, and contribute to service audits, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice.
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Service Development Participate in service improvement projects, contribute to shaping the SLT service within the Learning Disability team, and support innovations in practice.
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Professional Development Engage in regular appraisal and supervision, maintain a professional portfolio, and undertake ongoing training, including progression to post-basic dysphagia competencies where required.
Please see also the Job Description of the role for more details
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- Registration with HCPC
- Member of the RCSLT
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Post-graduate dysphagia training
Previous Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and application of speech and language therapy assessments and interventions
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice and its contribution to practice governance
- Planning and coordination of treatment packages
Desirable
- Supervision Skills
- Experience of working within a learning disability setting
- Experience of managing a mixed (dysphagia and communication) caseload
Skills, Knowledge and abilities
Essential
- Knowledge and skills in using a range of communication assessment tools
- Ability to work autonomously, on own initiative
- Excellent communication skills i.e. written, verbal, listening and proficient use of e-mail, telephone etc
- Skills in producing timely, accurate and informative reports and notes
- Excellent organisational skills to manage the demands of the role, including prioritisation of workload
- Ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team in a community setting
Desirable
- Skills in using a variety of communication interventions including high and low tech visual communication aids, Makaton signs, Intensive Interaction
- Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- Registration with HCPC
- Member of the RCSLT
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Post-graduate dysphagia training
Previous Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and application of speech and language therapy assessments and interventions
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice and its contribution to practice governance
- Planning and coordination of treatment packages
Desirable
- Supervision Skills
- Experience of working within a learning disability setting
- Experience of managing a mixed (dysphagia and communication) caseload
Skills, Knowledge and abilities
Essential
- Knowledge and skills in using a range of communication assessment tools
- Ability to work autonomously, on own initiative
- Excellent communication skills i.e. written, verbal, listening and proficient use of e-mail, telephone etc
- Skills in producing timely, accurate and informative reports and notes
- Excellent organisational skills to manage the demands of the role, including prioritisation of workload
- Ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team in a community setting
Desirable
- Skills in using a variety of communication interventions including high and low tech visual communication aids, Makaton signs, Intensive Interaction
- Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
