Senior Support Worker (Speech and Language Therapy)

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Do you love working with people? Could you support them to make the most of their abilities and be as independent as possible? Then you could be part of our dynamic speech and language therapy service. Primarily based on the stroke wards at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (Wonford), and with supervision from specialist speech and language therapists, you will work in partnership with people with acquired disorders of communication and swallowing to reduce the impact of these difficulties on well-being and enhance their ability to participate in daily life. You will also provide administrative support to the speech and language therapy team if required, and assist with the provision of training You will need to be flexible in your approach and able to use constructive feedback to develop your skills. In return we offer excellent support, supervision and guidance as well

as the opportunity to be part of a dedicated, professional and friendly team. This is what the current postholder says: This role has been both educationally and personally rewarding. Supporting people through their rehabilitation while working within an acute stroke setting makes every day interesting and meaningful. Its also a role that really develops your people skills and allows you to support individuals as people, not just patients. Our mission is to improve quality of life for people with communication and swallowing difficulties come and help us do just that! Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday- Friday 08:30-16:30 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed For further information please contact: Carly Olczak, Lead Speech & Language Therapist on or carly.olczak@nhs.net Please note, this is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity

and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care
certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National
discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.