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Job Summary Senior Specialist Speech & Language TherapistLocation: IpswichSalary: Up to 42,803 per annumHours: 22.5hrs per week Why join us Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do and you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other. Responsibilities Work as autonomous speech and language therapist within your multidisciplinary team Assess how a persons communication impacts on their day to day life and provide intervention as appropriate Work with the person and their social network to problem solve and overcome barriers Assess communication and provide a management plan and rehabilitation (as appropriate) seeking specialist assessments as required Provide training to staff and our service users social network Support those on the caseload with eating, drinking and swallowing needs under the supervision of the Clinical Lead SaLT Attend MDT meetings and complete reports as required Be integral to service and organisational development Qualifications Degree in Speech and Language Therapy Registered with the HCPC Achieved Dysphagia Competencies Specialist knowledge of SaLT models and interventions in ABI (e.g. social communication, cognitive communication, communication partner training) Able to manage dysphagia within an adult neurology caseload Minimum 18 months qualified experience encompassing working within relevant neurological settings Enjoy working as part of MDT Excellent communication skills Benefits A competitive salary of up to 42,803 per annum 38 days annual leave (pro rata) Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Excellent training and support Company pension Group life assurance Eye voucher scheme Long service and staff awards Free parking Additional Information 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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr