Speech Language Therapist for Dysphagia & Complex NeedsinHarlowinHarlowPUBLISHED FRI 7 MAR 2025

We are seeking a permanentBand 6 Speech & Language Therapist specializing in dysphagia and complex needsto join our Community Childrens Therapy Team in West Essex, covering Uttlesford, Harlow, and Epping Forest.

Youll be part of our innovative Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service, developed in partnership with Barnardos, where we prioritize efficiency and put more time into meaningful interactions with children and families to improve health outcomes in the community.

Working in a multidisciplinary team, youll collaborate with supportive, friendly, and inclusive colleagues who provide regular supervision, training, and team meetings to ensure your success.

You will assess, diagnose, and provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions for infants, children, and young people aged 0-19 years. This includes working across community settings and local specialist educational provisions.

• Specialist Assessment & Intervention:
  • Conduct thorough assessments for children and young people with dysphagia and complex needs.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans to support safe swallowing and effective communication.
• Collaborative Working:
  • Partner with colleagues across the Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service, including the Community Nursing Team, Healthy Family Team, Paediatric Community Dietitian Service, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy Services, and Community Paediatricians.
  • Liaise with external stakeholders such as Health, Education, and Social Care professionals to ensure holistic care.
• Training & Support:
  • Provide training and guidance to families, carers, and professionals on dysphagia management and therapy approaches.
  • Offer clinical advice and consultation to multidisciplinary team members.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments, care plans, and interventions.
  • Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical guidelines, and organizational policies.

Please see attached job description for a full list of responsibilities

About us

As aBand 6 Dysphagia and Complex Needs Speech & Language Therapist, youll enjoy exclusive benefits, including:

• Competitive Band 6 Salarywith NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions.
• Membership to My Reward Hub, granting you discounts on everyday purchases like groceries, plus cashback and voucher offers to treat yourself and those close to you.
• Immediate Access to Earned Wages, providing financial flexibility during lifes unexpected moments.
• Holistic Wellbeing Support, including mental and physical health resources such as activity challenges, healthy recipes, trauma support, career coaching, counselling, and legal or financial advice.
• Continuous Professional Development, with access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways, and our award-winning learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise.

At HCRG Care Group, we value and support our team members, offering an inclusive, rewarding, and dynamic environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential Qualifications:

• A recognized degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Post-qualification training and experience in dysphagia and complex needs.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Membership in the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).

Experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex cases involving dysphagia in pediatric populations.
• Experience working in community or multidisciplinary settings is desirable.

Additional Requirements:

• A valid UK driving license and access to a car for work purposes.

Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification

If you wouldlike to discuss the role further, please contact Sarah Eaton via email: