Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist in Dysphagia

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a Children's Community Highly Specialist SLT in Dysphagia. This role involves managing a complex clinical caseload, providing assessments, and supporting families. With ongoing training and a collaborative team environment, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Apply now to join a close-knit team in Sutton Coldfield.

Benefits

Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

NHS benefits and discounts

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• HCPC and RCSLT registered with relevant postgraduate training in dysphagia.
• Experience in the assessment and management of complex eating and drinking difficulties.
• Additional experience of working with infants under 1 year is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a specialist and highly complex clinical caseload as an autonomous practitioner.
• Carry out dysphagia assessments.
• Provide advice and support to families and professionals.

Skills

HCPC registration

RCSLT registration

Assessment of complex eating and drinking difficulties

Excellent communication skills

Person-centred approach

Good IT skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant postgraduate training in dysphagia

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust.

Are you passionate about supporting children and families to live healthier, happier lives? Do you enjoy working closely with parents and other healthcare professionals to make a real difference in your community? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

For this 1-year fixed term post we are looking for a dedicated Children’s Community Highly Specialist SLT in Dysphagia to join our small and friendly team.

What makes this role special

• You’ll be part of a small and supportive team which includes another Highly Specialist SLT in Dysphagia
• You’ll work closely with our Dieticians, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists
• The opportunity to work alongside the team and service leads to develop and promote the service.
• Training opportunities at Epsom and St Helier, so you can keep your skills sharp.

A typical week might include…

• Managing a specialist and highly complex clinical caseload as an autonomous practitioner.
• Carrying out dysphagia assessments
• Providing advice, support and training to families and professionals
• Completing relevant paperwork including eating and drinking passports
• Supporting SLT colleagues in the management and care of children with eating and drinking difficulties.

Why join us?

This role gives you the autonomy to manage your own caseload, backed up by the support of a close-knit team. We’ll support you with:

• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities through in service training and peer supervision.
• Clinical supervision through an external consultant SLT in dysphagia
• A collaborative, friendly MDT environment.
• NHS benefits, discounts and wellbeing support.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is HCPC and RCSLT registered with relevant postgraduate training in dysphagia
• Has experience in the assessment and management of complex eating and drinking difficulties.
• Additional experience of working with infants under 1 year is highly desirable
• Brings excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach.
• Is confident working independently but enjoys being part of a team.
• Shows a creative and flexible approach
• Has good IT and organisational skills

If you’re excited about using your skills to improve the lives of children and families in Sutton, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today – or if you’d like to find out more, meet the team, or arrange an informal visit, please get in touch with Sian Owen, SLT Team Leader 020 8296 4140.

This advert closes on Wednesday 1 Oct 2025