Specialist Adult Speech & Language Therapist Sutton Health & Care

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in South West London is seeking Adult Speech & Language Therapists to join their community service. The role involves providing rehabilitation for adults with neurological conditions, working within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and be HCPC registered, showcasing strong communication skills and experience in managing complex patients.

Qualifications

• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Demonstrated specialist post-qualification experience in community settings.
• Videofluoroscopy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation and intervention for patients with neurological conditions.
• Travel within the borough to deliver services in various settings.

Skills

Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered

Effective written and spoken communication skills

Competent to independently manage clients with dysphagia needs

Flexibility and ability to cope with change

Demonstrated experience with an adult caseload

Education

Relevant degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

Adult Speech & Language therapist; Community, Sutton Health & Care, South West London. (Band 6) – 2 positions available.

The Speech & Language Therapy (SLT) team works across the Community Neuro & Adult SLT service, offering staff the opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team that truly supports each other and works together towards our vision of "Investing in our patient community, empowering them to live well".

We work holistically, towards patient‑led goals, providing rehabilitation and intervention to maximise our patients' potential. Our approach is patient‑centred, evidence‑based and supported by ongoing professional development.

About the Service

The Sutton Community Neuro and Adult Speech & Language Therapy service offers specialist, comprehensive assessment and intervention for adults with neurological conditions and acquired communication, speech, eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties. The service provides intervention in patients' homes, care homes and clinics, requiring staff to travel within the borough and work autonomously.

Key pathways include intervention for stroke survivors (including a Stroke Supported Discharge response) and other complex neuro conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease.

Job Details

Date posted: 12 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £44,485 to £52,521 a year pro‑rata, per annum incl. HCAS (Outer)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share

Location: Green Wrythe Lane Clinic, 2nd Floor, 411a Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton, SM5 1JF

Job Responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification documents which contain more information about the role and requirements. Ensure your application refers to those documents.

The recruiting team reserves the right to close this advertisement early once applications reach their maximum limit.

Person Specification

Essential

• Relevant degree or postgraduate diploma in Speech Therapy
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Competent to independently manage and appropriately treat clients with complex dysphagia needs
• Demonstrated specialist post‑qualification experience with an adult caseload with dysphagia and communication needs
• Experience (including as a B5 SALT) working with adults in a community setting
• Experience in teaching/training and supporting other health professionals and colleagues
• Videofluoroscopy experience
• Able to demonstrate evidence‑based clinical practice and use of outcome measures
• Effective written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Basic computer skills
• Flexibility and ability to cope with change

Desirable

• Current driving licence
• Access to a car for work purposes
• Training in the Lee Silverman Voice Therapy approach
• Audit experience

Other Relevant Requirements

• To be able to travel around the borough effectively & efficiently

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Employer name: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address: Green Wrythe Lane Clinic, 2nd Floor, 411a Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton, SM5 1JF

Website: https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us