Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
Speech & Language Technical Instructor
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Speech & Language Technical Instructor
Speech and Language Technical Instructor – Fixed Term Maternity Cover
About the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN)
Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.
Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN delivers adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway—from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care—for individuals with complex neuro-disabilities and their families.
Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN fosters a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.
Department & Location
📍 Department: Speech and Language Therapy 📏 Location: Putney, Southwest London
Job Details
💰 Salary Range: £28,939 – £30,688 per annum (dependent on experience) ⏳ Contract: Fixed term – 1 year maternity cover 🕒 Hours: 37.5 hours per week
The Role
We are seeking a Speech and Language Technical Instructor to join our multidisciplinary team. The role requires you to work across multiple specialist units, including:
- Brain Injury Service
- Neuro-behavioural Rehabilitation Unit
- Ventilator Unit
- Specialist Nursing Home
- Huntington’s Disease Unit
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As part of the speech and language therapy service, your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as a support practitioner, collaborating closely with qualified Speech and Language Therapists within an interdisciplinary team
- Preparing and administering therapeutic programmes to support patients with communication and swallowing difficulties
- Providing support during the weekly FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) clinic
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a career in speech and language therapy to gain hands-on experience in adult neuro-rehabilitation, specialising in palliative care.
Why Join the RHN?
The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability offers a supportive and enriching work environment with:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Free counselling and therapy, plus additional mental wellbeing support via OUR Partner CIC
- Wellbeing programmes: Weekly yoga sessions, monthly pottery club (the only hospital in the UK with its own kiln!)
- Early salary advance to help with unexpected costs
- Financial benefits including low-interest loans and savings accounts via London Capital Credit Union
- Wellbeing networks – including Pride, Women’s, and Race Equality groups
- Heritage celebrations highlighting our diverse team (e.g., recent South East Asian cultural event)
- Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
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Additionally, you’ll enjoy:
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Tech Purchase Support Scheme
- Blue Light Card discounts, and more
Key Priorities & Commitments
⚖ Safeguarding: RHN is a provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. Safeguarding remains our highest priority.
💡 Inclusivity & Diversity: We proudly embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing the individual potential of every team member.
🌱 Environmental Sustainability: RHN actively contributes to reducing its carbon footprint.
🚀 Disability Confident Employer: We are committed to balancing a diverse and inclusive workforce and will make reasonable adjustments to support all applicants throughout recruitment and in the workplace.
Additional Notes
🔹 Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for this role. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
🔹 Adjustments: If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk.
🔹 Closing Date: The advert may close earlier than the advertised date if a sufficient number of applications is received.
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