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A Speech and Language Therapist’s Career at Elysium

In this blog, we hear from Lucy Ireland, Quality Improvement Lead and Speech and Language Therapist at Elysium who plays a vital dual role—delivering high-quality therapy while also mentoring colleagues and shaping service development. Lucy has helped build a robust, patient-centred model of care for people with complex communication and swallowing needs, often following brain […]

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How a Level 5 Apprenticeship Transformed Linda’s Approach to Empowering Others

Before her apprenticeship, Linda’s role focused heavily on getting cohorts of internationally educated nurses through their professional exams to become UK registered. “We’d get a cohort, we get through the exams, we do exactly the same things. Structured teaching and training covering the knowledge and skills needed for the practice in the UK and preparing

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From Teacher to HR Professional: How Laurel’s Apprenticeship Opened Doors She Didn’t Know Existed

After a few years working as a primary school teacher, Laurel White made a bold decision during COVID: it was time for a career change. “I just said enough is enough. I need to get out of this, and I’d rather try and retrain in my 20s rather than wait until I’m 50,” she explains. After

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What is speech and language therapy?

Speech and language therapy helps people improve communication, speech, language, and swallowing skills. Using a combination of long-term treatment plans, the latest medical treatments, and strong relationships between therapists and service-users, speech and language therapy supports independence, learning, and social interaction. In this blog, we’ll be looking at exactly what it takes to be a

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Why I love working in healthcare

Healthcare is one of the most varied and rewarding career paths a person can embark on. With space and demand for a huge range of skills, ample opportunities for advancement, and the chance to make a difference in people’s lives every day. There’s no one single reason why people love working in healthcare. For some,

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How to Become an Occupational Therapist in the UK

How to Become an Occupational Therapist in the UK Occupational therapy is about restoring independence and empowering people to reclaim their lives. Whether it’s adapting to a new diagnosis, recovering from an injury, or managing a long-term condition, occupational therapists support individuals in overcoming barriers in everyday life. Sometimes the role involves short-term interventions, guiding

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