Senior Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

NHS Jobs; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to apply advanced clinical expertise in managing complex communication and swallowing presentations. You will support clinical decision-making, review management plans, and contribute to improvements in pathways and service quality.

You will mentor staff, supervise students, deliver specialist training, and promote evidence-based practice within the Speech and Language Therapy team, helping to sustain high professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical expertise for complex communication and swallowing presentations.
• Formulate and review management strategies, including treatment and risk considerations.
• Support colleagues with evidence-based guidance on communication and swallowing management.

Job description

NHS Jobs is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to apply advanced clinical expertise in managing complex communication and swallowing presentations. You will support clinical decision-making, review management plans, and contribute to improvements in pathways and service quality.

You will mentor staff, supervise students, deliver specialist training, and promote evidence-based practice within the Speech and Language Therapy team, helping to sustain high professional standards.