Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join a community therapy team in Cambridge. The role involves independent patient assessments, providing high-quality clinical care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must have a full UK driving licence and vehicle. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in speech and language therapy required.
• Full UK driving licence and vehicle needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement care programmes for patients with communication and swallowing needs.
• Work with the integrated care team and maintain accurate records.
• Supervise clinical assistants and provide specialist advice.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical Care

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to work in the community CPFT Speech and Language Therapy Team.

The post holder will work in the South of the County alongside colleagues, providing input to patients with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties.

The successful applicant will join a friendly, innovative team of therapists and clinical assistants. The team meet regularly for meetings, and the post holder will receive regular line management and clinical supervision. The service currently holds two clinical development days a year, providing opportunities for clinical skill development.

Main duties of the job

Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county, meeting strict time deadlines. You will need a full UK driving licence* and use of a vehicle. Public transport is not suitable for this role as it does not reliably meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet these criteria.

The post involves working independently, providing speech and language therapy to patients on outpatient and domiciliary basis, including community hospital wards, ensuring high-quality clinical care.

The role may include working with patients with communication impairments, dysphagia, and possibly some voice work.

*DVLA reciprocal arrangements with overseas countries are available; for more information, visit the DVLA website.

About us

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate health and social care to improve the wellbeing of the people we serve, supporting them to lead fulfilling lives.

Our clinical teams deliver NHS services across inpatient, primary care, and community settings, including mental health, physical health, learning disabilities, forensic, substance misuse, social care, research, and development.

We aim to recruit high-caliber candidates sharing our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all community sectors, especially under-represented groups, including disabled people, ethnic minorities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

We may close the advert early if sufficient applications are received. We cannot offer sponsorship for all roles; applications requiring sponsorship may be rejected.

For more information about CPFT, visit our website: www.cpft.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted: 15 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per year (pro-rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 310-OPAC-7079791-A

Job locations: Davison House, Brookfields Hospital, 351 Mill Road, Cambridge, CB1 3DF

Job description

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.

• Independently assess, diagnose, and develop/implement specialist care programmes for patients with speech, language, voice, and swallowing needs in inpatient, outpatient, and domiciliary settings.
• Work effectively within the integrated care team and liaise with MDT members and other agencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely records compliant with Trust policy and HCPC guidance, reporting issues as appropriate.
• Contribute to prioritisation and triage of patients within clinical pathways.
• Provide specialist advice to the multidisciplinary team, service users, and others regarding care plans and patient progress.
• Work with clinical assistants, delegating tasks per competencies and providing supervision and support.
• Depending on experience, there may be an opportunity to work within weekly Videofluoroscopy procedures.