Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7)

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

A neuropsychiatric service in Bristol seeks a Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to assess and support patients with complex needs. The role requires a relevant degree, HCPC registration, and strong communication skills. The service offers clinical supervision, CPD opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Join us to make a difference in patient care while developing professionally.

Benefits

Excellent clinical supervision

Paid CEN membership

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and membership of the RCSLT required.
• Experience in neuropsychiatric conditions beneficial.
• Qualification in Dysphagia management available.

Responsibilities

• Assess speech, communication, and language needs of patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team on therapeutic approaches.
• Provide quality assessments and interventions.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Enthusiasm and motivation

Education

Degree/postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Job summary

• Post: Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Band 7)
• Salary: Up to £55,181 DoE (pro rata)
• Hours: Part Time / any 3 days per week, permanent

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist looking to specialise further or a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with interest in Neuropsychiatry to join our team at Cygnet Brunel.

Cygnet Brunel is a 32-bed Neuropsychiatric service, offering neuropsychiatric rehabilitation for individuals with complex acquired brain injury and mental health needs. The hospital provides a clinically led, evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge. Our focus is to create a therapeutically rich environment which engages service users and helps minimise challenging behaviour while maximising independence.

Job Role

As an SLT you will work directly with a specialist caseload of patients with complex needs to assess their speech, communication and language needs (SCLN) in all environments. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary on-site team to support the implementation of the therapeutic and neuropsychiatric approach and contribute to upskilling the workforce. You will operate within the SLT pathway for neuropsychiatric / neurodegenerative services in the hospital as part of a small on-site SLT team. You will provide quality assessments and interventions, and be skilled in both SCLN and dysphagia. You will also be part of a company-wide SLT service and contribute to service enhancement.

We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist with:

• A degree/postgraduate diploma (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy, HCPC registration, and membership of the RCSLT
• Experience in neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions evidenced by clinical SLT knowledge; inpatient/acute experience beneficial
• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support with a person-centred approach
• Qualification in Dysphagia management (training available if required)
• Strong team player with a genuine desire to help others
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Enthusiasm, motivation and passion

In return we offer:

• Excellent clinical supervision, CPD and development opportunities for clinical and non-clinical duties
• Routine service meetings and peer support with Speech and Language Therapists
• Opportunity to personalise resource toolkit
• Paid CEN membership
• Active involvement in service development, Quality Improvement initiatives and research opportunities
• Annual leave, pension scheme, employee rewards and discount benefits
• Full induction training
• Free meals on duty

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check; an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact Dominique St Clair Miller, Director of SLT (Healthcare) on 07885 476 384 or Alma Matei, Specialist Recruiter on 07436 176 074.

Please note: vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

Details

• Date posted: 26 September 2025
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £48,221 to £55,181 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Location: Bristol, BS10 7DP
• Reference: VPB95CE0FF