Lead Speech and Language Therapist (Adult Learning Disabilities)

To provide clinical leadership and professional development support for the team's Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists and Band 4 Therapy Assistant.

To offer expert advice and conduct specialized assessments and interventions in speech and language therapy for adults with learning disabilities and their families or caregivers.

To carry out detailed assessments and provide recommendations on feeding, dysphagia, and the management of complex cases.

To ensure that the speech and language therapy provided aligns with current best practices and is grounded in evidence-based approaches.

To gather both quantitative and qualitative data regarding speech and language therapy referrals, interventions, and outcomes, using this information to guide service development.

To actively participate in service development initiatives both within the Learning Disabilities team and in a broader context, contributing an expert perspective on speech and language therapy.

To foster integrated and collaborative working, both within and across LD teams, East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT), and with external providers.

To closely collaborate with the Deputy Team Manager (SLT), Team Manager, and other Lead Clinicians within the team, as well as with primary and secondary health services, social care teams, and organizations that support individuals with learning disabilities.

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Shortlising

Desirable: - Training completed in specialist LD SLT interventions; - Experience of quality improvement

Crtieria

Essential: - Knowledge of theory and practice of SLT with clients with physical, cognitive and psycho-social needs; - Experience in training others