Band 6 SLT – Community Neuro/AAC Specialist (Part‑Time)

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Sherborne; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Regular supervision

Hybrid working

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust in Sherborne is inviting applications for a Developing Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist. This part-time post (26.25 hours/week) supports progression from Band 5 to Band 6 and focuses on delivering a community clinical service across home, clinic, and inpatient settings.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, develop specialist skills, and have opportunities for CPD and supervision within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a community clinical service delivering assessment and management for patients with communication and swallowing difficulties in home, clinic, and Community Hospital inpatient settings.
• Collaborate with other team members to manage locality caseload and develop specialist skills.
• Potential to supervise Band 5 therapists and SLT assistants, and work with colleagues from other community SLT teams.

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust in Sherborne is inviting applications for a Developing Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist. This part-time post (26.25 hours/week) supports progression from Band 5 to Band 6 and focuses on delivering a community clinical service across home, clinic, and inpatient settings.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, develop specialist skills, and have opportunities for CPD and supervision within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.