Job Overview
Brainkind is seeking a dedicated Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join our team at Daniel Yorath House in Leeds. This is an exceptional opportunity for qualified professionals seeking to relocate to the United Kingdom with certificate of sponsorship support.
Position Details
Job Title: Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
Location: Daniel Yorath House, 1 Shaw Close, Garforth, Leeds LS25 2HA
Salary: £38,682 – £46,580 FTE (Depending on Experience)
Hours: 21 hours per week (Part-time)
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference Number: B0462-25-0073
About Brainkind
Brainkind is a leading charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with brain injuries across the UK. Our organization operates assessment centres, rehabilitation units, and hospitals that utilize expert neurorehabilitation to help individuals regain lost skills and achieve their personal goals.
Our Mission
We treat people with various brain injuries resulting from trauma, illness, substance abuse, and other causes. Our team is incredibly passionate about making a difference, and you’ll find a dedicated team spirit across all our services with amazing colleagues who consistently support each other.
Main Purpose of the Role
The successful candidate will work as part of a multi/interdisciplinary team providing speech and language therapy input within the BIRT neurobehavioral model to People We Support with acquired brain injury (ABI). This role involves liaising with internal and external professionals, family members, and the individuals we support.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical/Professional Practice
Work within a specialist clinical area as an autonomous professional with support and supervision (which may be remote) from a more senior SaLT for more complex cases. Accept professional accountability and responsibility for your practice.
Neurobehavioral Approach
Apply the neurobehavioral approach to brain injury, demonstrating knowledge of current research findings and best practice in the field. Stay updated with the latest developments in speech and language therapy for brain injury rehabilitation.
Caseload Management
With supervision as required, manage a caseload of People We Support with complex mental/physical health needs and/or challenging behaviour. Ensure appropriate assessment and intervention planning for each individual.
Evidence-Based Practice
Use evidence-based practice, service user-centred principles, and clinical reasoning to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate intervention strategies. Ensure all therapeutic approaches are grounded in current research and best practices.
Comprehensive Assessments
With supervision as required, undertake comprehensive assessments considering environment, context, and future plans of People We Support in order to formulate appropriate rehabilitation goals, care plans, communication and dysphagia therapy programmes, referrals, and communication partner training.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for candidates with recognized qualifications in Speech and Language Therapy and relevant experience in neurorehabilitation. The ideal candidate will have experience working with acquired brain injury patients and be registered with the appropriate professional body.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Brainkind is pleased to offer certificate of sponsorship for international candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK. Applications from job seekers requiring sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Visa Requirements
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Benefits Package
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
- Competitive salary of £38,682 – £46,580 FTE depending on experience
- 38 days annual leave pro rata
- Buy/Sell up to 5 days annual leave per year
- Health Cash Plan
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Excellent training and support opportunities
- Company Pension scheme
- Group life assurance
- Eye voucher scheme
- Long service and staff awards
- Free parking facilities
Employee Wellbeing and Support
At Brainkind, we place significant emphasis on employee wellbeing and support. We believe it’s crucial that you feel at your best while making a difference in the lives of others. Career development is a priority, and we ensure you receive all the training and learning opportunities needed to achieve your professional goals.
Disability Confident Employer
Brainkind is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organization where we recognize, celebrate, and live our values through inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums.
Application Process
To join our friendly team, please apply through the NHS Jobs website. We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled, so we recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Important Notes
All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service for criminal conviction checks.
Contact Information
For questions about this position, please contact:
Bekki Lewis
Email: [email protected]
Supporting Documents
Job Description (PDF, 306 KB) and Person Specification (PDF, 300 KB) are available for download through the application portal.
Additional Resources
For more information about working at Brainkind, our services, and brain injury support, please visit our website at https://brainkind.org/.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 31 October 2025. However, we encourage early applications as we may begin the selection process before this date.
Why Choose Brainkind?
Choosing to work with Brainkind means joining an organization that truly makes a difference in people’s lives. Our work in neurorehabilitation transforms outcomes for individuals with brain injuries, and our team approach ensures you’ll be supported every step of the way.
Relocation Support
For international candidates, we understand that relocating to the UK can be challenging. We provide support throughout the visa application process and offer guidance on settling into life in Leeds, a vibrant city with excellent amenities and transport links.
Professional Development
We are committed to your professional growth and offer ongoing training opportunities, clinical supervision, and chances to participate in research and development projects within the field of neurorehabilitation.
Join Our Team
If you are a passionate Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a real difference while advancing your career in the UK, we would love to hear from you. This role offers the perfect opportunity to develop specialist skills in brain injury rehabilitation while enjoying the benefits of working for a leading charity.
