Speech And Language Therapy Assistant

NHS

  • Brant Broughton, Lincolnshire
  • £28,612 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 hours ago
We are looking for a confident Speech & Language Therapy Assistant with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working full time, 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Broughton House. Broughton House is a 29 bed specialist residential service for adults with severe learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.Main duties of the jobAt Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.About usCygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£28,612 to £28,612 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberVPACFFF94EJob locationsBrant BroughtonLN5 0SLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesSpeech & Language Therapy Assistant Full time 40 hour per week £28,612.50 p/aWe are looking for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to work alongside qualified SLTs within our specialist residential services for autistic adults often accompanied by complex needs and behaviours that challenge.Location: Broughton House (LN5 0SL) is a 29 bed specialist residential service. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care. For more about Broughton House click here: https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/locations/broughton-house/Job RoleWe are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) team. In this job role you will cover a range of clinical and administrative support roles. These tasks will be delegated to you by a qualified SLT and as a result you will working directly with individuals, either one-to-one or groups, to deliver therapy programmes, supporting SLTs in assessment of individuals communication skills, reporting on progress, providing support with resources for individuals and contributing to the development of the inclusive communication environment. You will receive monthly supervision and, as part of the SLT service, be eligible for relevant training focused to your workload.We are looking for some with:To be shortlisted for this role, you must submit a supporting statement or cover letter outlining that:
  • You demonstrate an genuine interest in speech, language and communication needs
  • You have experience / keen interest in working with autistic people, learning disabilities and/or behaviour that challenges
  • You are able to competently use computers and a range of software i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet explorer
  • You are able to take instruction from others and seek clarification where required to complete a task.
You can only submit one document so please include your cover letter at the start of your CV.Applications without the above information included will not be considered for shortlisting. If submitting a CV please ensure this is tailored to the above requirements and job description to avoid disappointment.In return we offer:
  • Opportunities for your own learning and development
  • Clinical Supervision from the Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Employee rewards, discount benefits scheme including Blue Light Card and NHS discounts plus more!
  • Free Health Cash plan
  • 24 hours free GP support line
  • Free life assurance cover
  • Free eye tests
  • Car lease discounts
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
  • Company pension scheme
  • Full induction training is given
  • Free meals and parking on shift
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.Please note vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesSpeech & Language Therapy Assistant Full time 40 hour per week £28,612.50 p/aWe are looking for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to work alongside qualified SLTs within our specialist residential services for autistic adults often accompanied by complex needs and behaviours that challenge.Location: Broughton House (LN5 0SL) is a 29 bed specialist residential service. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care. For more about Broughton House click here: https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/locations/broughton-house/Job RoleWe are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) team. In this job role you will cover a range of clinical and administrative support roles. These tasks will be delegated to you by a qualified SLT and as a result you will working directly with individuals, either one-to-one or groups, to deliver therapy programmes, supporting SLTs in assessment of individuals communication skills, reporting on progress, providing support with resources for individuals and contributing to the development of the inclusive communication environment. You will receive monthly supervision and, as part of the SLT service, be eligible for relevant training focused to your workload.We are looking for some with:To be shortlisted for this role, you must submit a supporting statement or cover letter outlining that:
  • You demonstrate an genuine interest in speech, language and communication needs
  • You have experience / keen interest in working with autistic people, learning disabilities and/or behaviour that challenges
  • You are able to competently use computers and a range of software i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet explorer
  • You are able to take instruction from others and seek clarification where required to complete a task.
You can only submit one document so please include your cover letter at the start of your CV.Applications without the above information included will not be considered for shortlisting. If submitting a CV please ensure this is tailored to the above requirements and job description to avoid disappointment.In return we offer:
  • Opportunities for your own learning and development
  • Clinical Supervision from the Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Employee rewards, discount benefits scheme including Blue Light Card and NHS discounts plus more!
  • Free Health Cash plan
  • 24 hours free GP support line
  • Free life assurance cover
  • Free eye tests
  • Car lease discounts
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
  • Company pension scheme
  • Full induction training is given
  • Free meals and parking on shift
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.Please note vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsEssential
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